North End Tuna Salad

Elevate your lunch game with this vibrant and Mediterranean-inspired North End Tuna Salad! Bursting with the bold flavors of kalamata olives, zesty capers, and fresh herbs like parsley and basil, this no-cook recipe transforms simple canned tuna into a gourmet dish. Crunchy celery, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a tangy lemon-Dijon dressing balance every bite with freshness and brightness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad can be served over a bed of crisp greens for a light, wholesome meal or scooped onto crusty bread or crackers for a hearty snack. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal prep or an elegant addition to brunch, this tuna salad is as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5-oz each) Canned tuna (in olive oil, drained)
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 cup Red onion (finely diced)
• 0.5 cup Celery (finely diced)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.25 cup Kalamata olives (sliced)
• 1 tablespoon Capers (rinsed and drained)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 cups Mixed greens or arugula (optional, for serving)
• 4 slices Crusty bread or crackers (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

1. Open the cans of tuna and drain them thoroughly. Transfer the tuna to a medium-sized mixing bowl and break it into bite-sized chunks using a fork.

Step 2

2. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice over the tuna. Add the Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat the tuna evenly.

Step 3

3. Add the finely diced red onion, diced celery, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced Kalamata olives, and capers to the bowl. Mix thoroughly but carefully to avoid breaking up the tuna too much.

Step 4

4. Fold in the chopped fresh parsley and basil for a burst of herby freshness.

Step 5

5. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Step 6

6. For serving, spoon the tuna salad over a bed of mixed greens or arugula for a light dish, or serve it alongside crusty bread or crackers for a heartier option.

Step 7

7. Enjoy your North End Tuna Salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld even further.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	991.6 grams (991.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1525

Total Fat 69.10g	89%
Saturated Fat 11.50g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 150mg	50%
Sodium 4062mg	177%
Total Carbohydrate 122.90g	45%
Dietary Fiber 12.40g	44%
Total Sugars 13.10g
Protein 104.70g	209%

Vitamin D 667IU	3335%
Calcium 297mg	23%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1893mg	40%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 32.1%