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Mediterranean Tuna Salad for Quick, Easy Meals
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Mediterranean Tuna Salad for Quick, Easy Meals

This vibrant and customizable Mediterranean Tuna Salad blends fresh herbs, olives, capers, and tangy pickled red peppers for a quick yet satisfying meal. Ideal for weeknights or relaxed weekends, it’s flavorful, adaptable, and perfect for all ages.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 5 oz cans white albacore tuna (packed in olive oil, not water)
  • ¼ cup sliced olives (green, Kalamata, or other varieties)
  • ¼ cup roasted red peppers (drained and chopped)
  • ¼ cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • ¼ cup English cucumber (seeded and chopped)
  • 2 tbsp capers (drained)
  • 3 tbsp fresh dill (roughly chopped)
  • 3 tbsp fresh parsley (roughly chopped)
  • 1 tbsp + 1 tsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1–2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (if tuna is packed in water)

Method
 

  1. Drain the canned tuna and flake it into a medium bowl using a fork.
  2. Cut olives into thin slices; ensure they’re dry before adding.
  3. Add chopped red peppers, red onion, cucumber, and capers to the bowl.
  4. Stir in fresh dill and parsley.
  5. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, and kosher salt.
  6. If the tuna is packed in water, mix in 2 tbsp olive oil to enhance richness.
  7. Mix everything until well combined.
  8. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  9. Serve on toasted sourdough, pita, or lettuces as preferred.

Notes

This salad is best served fresh for maximum crispness but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Feel free to customize the herbs and vegetables to suit dietary preferences or leftovers.
To balance flavors more, adjust the amount of lemon juice or salt as needed.