Tuscan Chickpea Tuna Salad

Bright, flavorful, and effortlessly nutritious, this Tuscan Chickpea Tuna Salad is a Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, flaky tuna in olive oil, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and briny kalamata olives, this salad delivers a symphony of textures and bold, refreshing flavors. A zesty dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, and a hint of oregano ties everything together, creating a perfect balance of tanginess and earthiness. Serve this no-cook dish as a light yet satisfying lunch, a quick dinner, or a crowd-pleaser at your next gathering. Whether enjoyed on its own, over leafy greens, or with crusty bread, this wholesome, gluten-free salad will transport your taste buds straight to Tuscany.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 15 oz can canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 5 oz cans canned tuna in olive oil, drained
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, drained tuna, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and fresh parsley.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the chickpea and tuna mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preferences.

Step 5

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Step 6

Serve chilled or at room temperature on its own, or pair with crusty bread or leafy greens for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1180.7 grams (1180.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1377

Total Fat 84.00g	108%
Saturated Fat 12.00g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 30mg	10%
Sodium 4270mg	186%
Total Carbohydrate 119.40g	43%
Dietary Fiber 32.90g	118%
Total Sugars 26.30g
Protein 50.80g	102%

Vitamin D 45IU	227%
Calcium 445mg	34%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 2530mg	54%

*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: 52.6%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 33.2%