Chickpea Tuna Salad
Savor the delightful flavors of this Chickpea Tuna Salad, a perfect blend of creamy chickpeas and tender vegetables all enveloped in a zesty dressing. This quick and easy dish combines nutrition and taste, making it ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a refreshing lunch at home. With its vibrant colors and robust flavors, you’ll want to savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna packed in olive oil, drained
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup celery stalks, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise (or vegan alternative)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, mash half of the rinsed chickpeas with a fork until slightly chunky.
- Fold in the drained tuna, chopped red onion, diced celery, and parsley until well mixed.
- Add the lemon juice and mayonnaise; stir gently until all ingredients are coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature on its own or as a sandwich filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 25mg