Description
A quick and nutritious salad packed with protein, fiber, and fresh veggies, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by gathering everything and ensuring tuna is drained and chickpeas are rinsed.
- Combine tuna and chickpeas in a large mixing bowl and break the tuna into smaller pieces.
- Add diced red onion and bell pepper to the bowl, mixing well.
- Dress the salad with olive oil and lemon juice, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Mix all ingredients gently without mashing the tuna or chickpeas.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge before enjoying.
Notes
This salad can be enjoyed on its own, in wraps, with crackers, or over quinoa/rice. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: salad, tuna, chickpeas, healthy meal, quick recipe