Tuscan Tuna

Discover the vibrant flavors of Tuscany with this irresistible Tuscan Tuna recipe—a quick and nutritious salad perfect for weeknight dinners or casual lunches. Featuring tender canned tuna in olive oil, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, zesty capers, and a burst of fresh parsley, this medley is tossed in a tangy lemon-garlic vinaigrette for maximum Mediterranean flair. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this light yet satisfying dish can be served on its own or paired with crusty toasted bread for an added crunch. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors, this Tuscan-inspired recipe is a feast for both your plate and palate!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna in olive oil
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.5 medium, finely sliced red onion
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 3 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove, minced garlic
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 4 slices, toasted (optional) crusty bread

Directions

Step 1

Drain the tuna, reserving about 1 tablespoon of the olive oil from the cans.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, sliced red onion, and capers.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved olive oil, chopped parsley, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and minced garlic. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss until well combined.

Step 5

Transfer to a serving platter or individual plates and garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately with toasted crusty bread on the side, if using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1027.9 grams (1027.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1920

Total Fat 115.00g	147%
Saturated Fat 17.60g	88%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 142mg	47%
Sodium 6226mg	271%
Total Carbohydrate 140.20g	51%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 13.60g
Protein 86.40g	173%

Vitamin D 568IU	2840%
Calcium 303mg	23%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 1708mg	36%

*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: 53.3%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 28.9%