Italian Tuna Fish Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Italian Tuna Fish Salad is the perfect no-cook recipe for busy weeknights or light lunches. Featuring premium canned tuna packed in olive oil, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy Kalamata olives, and a hint of fresh parsley, this vibrant salad is both healthy and satisfying. The zesty dressing combines extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and red wine vinegar for a perfectly balanced bite that pairs beautifully with the bold, briny notes of the ingredients. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free, protein-packed dish can be served on its own, atop a bed of greens, or with rustic bread for a Mediterranean-inspired feast. Perfect for tuna lovers looking for a quick and flavorful meal idea!
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Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna (in olive oil)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Drain the canned tuna and place it in a large mixing bowl, flaking it gently with a fork.
Step 2
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Step 3
Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small cubes and add to the bowl.
Step 4
Thinly slice half of a red onion and add it to the salad mixture.
Step 5
Slice the Kalamata olives and stir them into the bowl.
Step 6
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad ingredients.
Step 7
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 8
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything gently to evenly coat.
Step 9
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 824.8 grams (824.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1165 |
| Total Fat 80.80g | 104% |
| Saturated Fat 12.30g | 62% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
| Cholesterol 142mg | 47% |
| Sodium 2666mg | 116% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.30g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.80g | 28% |
| Total Sugars 10.40g | |
| Protein 85.70g | 171% |
| Vitamin D 567IU | 2835% |
| Calcium 153mg | 12% |
| Iron 7mg | 38% |
| Potassium 1440mg | 31% |
Source of Calories