Description
Healthy Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together tender tuna, creamy chickpeas, and crisp vegetables, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with protein and fiber. Enjoy it as a main course or a refreshing side—it’s a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (5 oz) solid white albacore tuna in water, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna and garbanzo beans.
- Add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salad mixture.
- Toss gently until all ingredients are well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 272
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 32mg