Tuna Orzo Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with Mediterranean flair, Tuna Orzo Salad is the perfect dish for a quick and satisfying meal. Featuring tender orzo pasta, flaky canned tuna in olive oil, and a colorful mix of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and kalamata olives, this salad is bursting with vibrant textures and flavors. Crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy element, while a zesty dressing of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and dried oregano ties everything together. Ready in under 30 minutes and served chilled, this wholesome salad makes for an ideal lunch, picnic dish, or light dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley for an herby finish, Tuna Orzo Salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious—and it's a fantastic way to indulge in healthy Mediterranean cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:23 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups orzo pasta
• 10 ounces canned tuna (in olive oil, drained)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 medium English cucumber (diced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives (sliced)
• 0.5 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions (about 8 minutes or until al dente). Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped red onion, sliced kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 3

Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 4

Add the cooked orzo to the mixing bowl with the vegetables and tuna. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 5

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Before serving, garnish the salad with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.

Step 7

Serve cold and enjoy this flavorful and wholesome Tuna Orzo Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1385.1 grams (1385.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2652

Total Fat 118.90g	152%
Saturated Fat 31.80g	159%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 257mg	86%
Sodium 4452mg	194%
Total Carbohydrate 261.10g	95%
Dietary Fiber 24.50g	88%
Total Sugars 18.80g
Protein 144.50g	289%

Vitamin D 667IU	3335%
Calcium 853mg	66%
Iron 21mg	114%
Potassium 1733mg	37%

*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: 39.7%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 38.8%