Description
Chickpea Tuna Salad is a protein-packed, refreshing dish combining canned tuna, hearty chickpeas, crisp veggies, and a zesty lemon dressing—ideal for a healthy lunch or quick dinner.
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, tuna, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, celery, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until everything is well coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to chill before serving.
Notes
- Use canned salmon or shredded chicken as a tuna alternative.
- Add avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats.
- Great for meal prep—stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg