Mediterranean Tuna Salad
A tasty and refreshing salad made with tuna and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans skipjack tuna Use high-quality tuna for the best taste.
- 1/2 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup cucumber, chopped
- 1 large roasted red pepper, chopped
- 2 tbsp capers, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped
Lemon Herb Dressing
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp herbs de Provence (or Italian seasoning)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt Adjust to taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the tuna with the chopped bell pepper, red onion, cucumber, roasted red pepper, capers, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, mix the lemon juice, dijon mustard, olive oil, herbs de Provence, garlic powder, and sea salt to create the Lemon Herb Dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture. Stir gently until everything is well coated.
Notes
For serving, enjoy the salad on a bed of greens, in a pita pocket, or with crispy crackers. You can also top it with fresh parsley or feta cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days for optimal freshness.