Homemade Mediterranean Tuna Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of Homemade Mediterranean Tuna Salad, a quick and nutritious option perfect for lunch or a picnic. This refreshing salad combines nutrient-rich ingredients like canned tuna, crisp vegetables, and zesty herbs to create a delicious meal that’s both satisfying and light. With no heavy mayo to weigh it down, this salad is ideal for anyone seeking a healthier alternative without sacrificing taste. Enjoy it on its own, stuffed in pita pockets, or served over greens for a versatile dish that appeals to everyone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cans tuna, drained
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 3 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup artichoke hearts, quartered
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, halved
- 1 large handful fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tbsp red apple vinegar
- Italian seasoning, salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and chop all ingredients.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained tuna with cucumber, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, garlic, and parsley.
- Gently fold in Italian seasoning and crumbled feta cheese. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil and red apple vinegar over the mixture; stir until well combined.
- Adjust seasoning if needed; serve immediately or refrigerate for one hour to meld flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 50mg