Name: Mediterranean Tuna & Garbanzo Power Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 (5-ounce) cans solid white tuna in water, drained and flaked; 1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained; 1/2 red onion, finely diced; 2 celery stalks, finely diced; 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced (any color works); 1/2 English cucumber, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; For the Dressing:; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Ingredients

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2 (5-ounce) cans solid white tuna in water, drained and flaked
1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
1/2 red onion, finely diced
2 celery stalks, finely diced
1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced (any color works)
1/2 English cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Dressing:
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, gently flake the drained tuna with a fork. Add the rinsed and drained garbanzo beans, diced red onion, celery, red bell pepper, cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped fresh parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and dried oregano. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, starting with 1/4 teaspoon each and adjusting as needed.
Pour the prepared dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
Gently toss all the ingredients until everything is well combined and evenly coated with the zesty dressing.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve immediately for optimal freshness or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. This salad is also excellent served over a bed of mixed greens or in lettuce cups.

Notes

This salad is fantastic for meal prepping! Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For an extra Mediterranean flair, consider adding some crumbled feta cheese, sliced Kalamata olives, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat. You can also customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand or what’s in season.

Author: Cook Reel
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Main Course Salad
Method: Assembly
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 290
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 40mg