Description
A refreshing and nutritious salad combining tuna, garbanzo beans, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing, perfect for any gathering or lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can of tuna, drained
- 1 can of garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the garbanzo beans under cold water and drain.
- Dice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, garbanzo beans, diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and herbs.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving, if time allows.
Notes
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Pair with whole grain pita chips or on a bed of greens for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: salad, tuna, garbanzo beans, healthy, quick recipe, easy lunch