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Herbed Tuna Salad

Deliciously Refreshing Herbed Tuna Salad for Any Meal

Herbed Tuna Salad is a refreshing dish perfect for summer, featuring vibrant veggies and creamy tuna.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter twist
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Basil dried basil can work in a pinch, but fresh is always best
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
For the Salad
  • 3 cups Shredded Romaine Lettuce any leafy green can serve as a substitute
  • 1 diced Cucumber zucchini can be sliced thinly as an alternative
  • 1 cup Chickpeas feel free to swap in white beans
  • 1 cup Halved Cherry Tomatoes diced regular tomatoes or bell peppers can be used
  • 1 cup Diced Celery jicama can serve as a delightful alternative
  • ½ cup Diced Pickles substitute with capers or omit for a more subtle flavor
  • 1 can Solid White Tuna canned chicken or leftover cooked chicken can be used

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, chopped fresh basil, salt, pepper, and red wine vinegar until smooth and creamy.
  2. To the bowl, add shredded Romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced celery, and diced pickles. Mix gently to combine.
  3. Carefully drain and flake the tuna, then gently fold it into the salad mixture.
  4. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  5. Serve the salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Herbed Tuna Salad is easily customizable with seasonal produce, making it a versatile option for your meals.

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