Tuna & Red Onion Salad Recipe
This Tuna & Red Onion Salad is a light, healthy, and refreshing dish that comes together in just a few minutes. Packed with protein-rich tuna, fresh greens, and the zing of red onion, it’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Serving Details
- Serves: 2
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 can of tuna in olive oil or water, drained
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups mixed salad greens (such as arugula, spinach, or romaine)
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and black olives.
- Add the drained tuna to the bowl, breaking it into chunks with a fork.
- Top the salad with the thinly sliced red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing Tuna & Red Onion Salad!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 250
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 5g
FAQs
1. Can I use canned tuna in brine instead of olive oil?
Yes, you can use canned tuna in brine, but it may have a slightly different flavor. Tuna in olive oil gives the salad a richer taste.
2. Can I add other vegetables to this salad?
Yes! You can add vegetables like bell peppers, radishes, or avocado for more texture and flavor.
3. Can I prepare this salad ahead of time?
You can prepare the salad components ahead of time, but it’s best to assemble the salad and add the dressing just before serving to keep it fresh.
