Description
A refreshing Tuna Chickpea Salad that combines the richness of tuna with the earthy goodness of chickpeas, complemented by fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1 can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the drained tuna and chickpeas in a large bowl, breaking up the tuna slightly with a fork.
- Add the diced red onion, bell pepper, and celery to the bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix gently until everything is combined.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to enhance flavors.
Notes
This salad keeps well and is great for meal prep. It can be made a day in advance to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: tuna salad, chickpea salad, healthy lunch, Mediterranean, quick meal