Chickpea Tuna Salad
Chickpea Tuna Salad is a refreshing and nutritious twist on the classic dish, combining creamy chickpeas with savory tuna for a delightful meal. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches, this salad bursts with vibrant flavors and textures in every bite. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, it’s a satisfying option that fits seamlessly into any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (5 oz) solid white tuna in water, drained
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas and tuna thoroughly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas and tuna; use a fork to break up the tuna while mashing some chickpeas for creaminess.
- Add diced celery and red onion to the mixture for crunch.
- Mix in mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt) and fresh lemon juice until everything is evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper, tasting to adjust as needed.
- Chill in the fridge for about an hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 30mg