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Unleash the flavors of the Mediterranean with this Marinated Tuna Salad recipe. Featuring canned tuna enhanced by a simple, zesty marinade and an array of fresh veggies and greens, this salad celebrates simplicity, nutrition, and delightful taste. Perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or part of your meal-prep routine.
Type of Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Prep Time: 15 Minutes.
How Many Servings?
4-6 Servings
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| 2 cans of tuna in water or olive oil, drained | |
| 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar | |
| 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil | |
| 1 lemon juiced | |
| Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste | |
| 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped | |
| 1 small red onion, finely sliced thin | |
| 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced | |
| 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved | |
| 1/2 English cucumber, partially peeled and thinly sliced | |
| 2 tablespoons capers | |
| 1 cup loosely packed arugula | |
| 1 cup microgreens ( optional ) | |
| 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn if large |
Preparation
1
Prep Your Ingredients
Before you begin, wash and prep all your vegetables and measure out the ingredients for easy assembly. Drain the tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to gently flake the tuna into small, bite-sized pieces.
Before you begin, wash and prep all your vegetables and measure out the ingredients for easy assembly. Drain the tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to gently flake the tuna into small, bite-sized pieces.
2
Make the Marinade
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This zesty dressing will bring all the fresh flavors together in your tuna salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This zesty dressing will bring all the fresh flavors together in your tuna salad.
3
Marinate the Tuna
Pour the marinade over the flaked tuna and mix gently until it’s fully coated. Let it sit for 15–30 minutes so the flavors can really soak in—this step makes all the difference!
Pour the marinade over the flaked tuna and mix gently until it’s fully coated. Let it sit for 15–30 minutes so the flavors can really soak in—this step makes all the difference!
4
Prep the Veggies & Combine
While the tuna marinates, prep the rest of your ingredients: thinly slice the red onion and cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the Kalamata olives. Once the tuna is ready, gently toss in all the chopped veggies and mix until everything is well combined.
While the tuna marinates, prep the rest of your ingredients: thinly slice the red onion and cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the Kalamata olives. Once the tuna is ready, gently toss in all the chopped veggies and mix until everything is well combined.
5
Finish & Serve
Fold in the capers, a handful of arugula, microgreens, and fresh basil. Give it a gentle toss, taste, and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve and enjoy this vibrant Mediterranean tuna salad just as it is or stuffed into warm pita!
Fold in the capers, a handful of arugula, microgreens, and fresh basil. Give it a gentle toss, taste, and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve and enjoy this vibrant Mediterranean tuna salad just as it is or stuffed into warm pita!