Italian Tuna Salad with a Zesty Mediterranean Flair

Enjoy this Italian Tuna Salad packed with flavor and Mediterranean flair, ready in just 10 minutes—perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner!

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 182

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 cans Solid White Albacore Tuna 5.4 oz each
1/3 cup Mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
1 tbsp Lemon Juice preferably fresh
1/2 tsp Lemon Zest alternative: lime or orange zest
Salt & Pepper to taste
1/4 cup Sliced Black Olives green olives can be a substitute
1/4 cup Diced Red Onion can be swapped for green onions
2 tbsp Fresh Basil Leaves chopped, parsley can replace
2 tbsp Capers optional substitution with chopped pickles
1/2 cup Grape Tomatoes quartered, can substitute with other small tomatoes

For Serving

Whole Grain or Italian Bread
Mixed Greens
Crackers

Equipment

Mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Italian Tuna Salad

Drain the Tuna: Open the cans of tuna and drain excess liquid. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
Flake the Tuna: Use a fork to flake the tuna until there are no large chunks.
Mix in the Creaminess: Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the tuna. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Add the Fresh Ingredients: Fold in olives, onion, basil, capers, and tomatoes into the tuna mixture.
Serve or Store: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 182kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 21gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, enjoy the salad within 2-3 days. This dish is meant to be served cold.

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