Ingredients
– 2 cans (5 oz. each) tuna in olive oil, drained
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 small red onion, finely chopped
– 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
– ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
– ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
– ¼ cup capers, drained
– 1 lemon, juiced
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt, to taste
– Black pepper, to taste
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
Creating Mediterranean Tuna Salad is effortless if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Tuna: In a large bowl, flake the drained tuna using a fork.
2. Chop the Vegetables: Dice the cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the bowl with the tuna.
3. Add Olives & Capers: Incorporate Kalamata olives and capers into the mixture for extra flavor.
4. Season: Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and dried oregano according to your taste preferences.
5. Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice.
6. Combine: Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
7. Chill: For best flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
8. Garnish: When ready to serve, sprinkle with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.
By following these straightforward steps, you’ll create a vibrant Mediterranean Tuna Salad that’s packed with flavors and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 (approximately 1 cup each)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g