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Healthy Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad

Savory Healthy Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad for Quick Meals

Enjoy a quick and nutritious Healthy Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad loaded with protein and flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Canned Tuna drained
  • 1 can Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Celery diced
  • 1 small Red Onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Capers or olives
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
  • 1 dash Hot Sauce optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Kitchen Towel

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and hot sauce until smooth and creamy.
  2. Drain and rinse the canned garbanzo beans thoroughly under cold water to remove excess sodium and canning liquid.
  3. Transfer the chickpeas to a medium bowl. Use a fork to mash about half of them until they have a coarse consistency.
  4. Add the drained canned tuna, diced celery, finely chopped red onion, and capers to the mashed chickpeas. Fold gently to combine.
  5. Sprinkle in the chopped fresh dill and mix gently to combine.
  6. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and fold until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  7. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or plates and serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize ingredients as desired and chill before serving for enhanced flavor.

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