Mediterranean Chickpea Tuna Salad
Mediterranean Chickpea Tuna Salad is a delightful, refreshing dish perfect for quick lunches or gatherings. This vibrant salad combines protein-rich chickpeas and tuna with fresh vegetables like juicy tomatoes and crunchy cucumbers, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. With its burst of Mediterranean flavors and colors, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also nourishes your body. In just under 10 minutes, you can create a nutritious meal that’s ideal for meal prep or impressing guests at a potluck. Enjoy the health benefits of fiber and protein while savoring a dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz. chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 5 oz. canned tuna (liquid drained)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes (sliced)
- 1/3 cup cucumber (sliced)
- 2 tbsp red onion (sliced or diced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained chickpeas, canned tuna, sliced grape tomatoes, diced cucumber, and red onion.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss everything until well mixed. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 0mg