Tuna Red Onion and Parsley Salad

Bursting with fresh flavors, this Tuna Red Onion and Parsley Salad is a light yet satisfying dish that's perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, or even a healthy appetizer. Featuring tender flakes of canned tuna, the sharp bite of thinly sliced red onion, and the herbaceous vibrancy of fresh parsley, this salad comes together in just 10 minutes with no cooking required. A zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice ties everything together, while optional capers add a tangy kick. Enjoy it as-is, serve it atop a bed of mixed greens for added color and crunch, or pair it with crusty bread for a rustic touch. Gluten-free, nutritious, and effortlessly easy, this no-fuss salad is packed with protein and flavor in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans canned tuna (in olive oil or water, drained)
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cups fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon capers (optional)
• 2 cups mixed greens (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Flake the tuna gently with a fork.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moons. Add the sliced onion to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh parsley and mix it into the bowl with the tuna and onions.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly combined.

Step 6

If using, fold in the capers for an extra punch of flavor.

Step 7

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if desired.

Step 8

Serve the salad immediately as-is, over a bed of mixed greens, or alongside crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	721 grams (721.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	813

Total Fat 52.00g	67%
Saturated Fat 7.90g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 2369mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 23.80g	9%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 6.40g
Protein 75.60g	151%

Vitamin D 667IU	3335%
Calcium 447mg	34%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 2371mg	50%

*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: 54.1%

Protein: 34.9%

Carbs: 11.0%