Description
A fresh and flavorful Mediterranean Tuna Salad featuring canned tuna, crisp vegetables, Kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. This quick and easy salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner and can be served immediately or chilled for enhanced flavors.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, sliced Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley. Mix gently to incorporate all ingredients without breaking up the tuna too much.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well emulsified and flavors are blended.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture. Gently toss the salad to ensure every ingredient is evenly coated with the dressing, enhancing the overall flavor.
- Serve or chill: Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve the salad immediately for a fresh taste, or chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and deepen before serving.
Notes
- For extra freshness, use ripe cherry tomatoes and crisp cucumbers.
- Chilling the salad for 30 minutes enhances the flavor meld but it can also be enjoyed immediately.
- Feel free to substitute Kalamata olives with green olives if preferred.
- To make it gluten-free and low fat, ensure the feta cheese is used in moderation or opt for a low-fat version.
- This salad pairs well with crusty bread or as a topping for greens.
