Hearty Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad (Printable)
Robust Mediterranean salad with tender tuna, creamy beans, crisp vegetables, and zesty lemon-herb dressing ready in 15 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 2 (5 oz) cans tuna in olive oil, drained
02 - 1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small cucumber, diced
05 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
07 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
→ Dressing
08 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
10 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
11 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
12 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - In a large salad bowl, combine the drained tuna and garbanzo beans.
02 - Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and parsley to the bowl.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 hours to allow flavors to meld.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- It comes together in fifteen minutes flat with ingredients you probably already have
- The combination of protein and fiber keeps you full for hours without feeling heavy
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- The flavors actually improve after sitting in the fridge for an hour or two
- This salad keeps well for up to three days making it perfect for meal prep
03 -
- Drain the tuna and beans well so the dressing does not become watery
- Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld