Tuna Salad

4.5(248 reviews)

Mediterranean tuna salad — tuna with olives, capers, sun-dried tomatoes, Mediterranean dressing. Different from creamy mayo-based version.

Prep Time

10 min

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Cook Time

14 min

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Servings

4

Calories

232 cal

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Tuna Salad — homemade American healthy recipe with tuna, lettuce, tomato, 4 servings, ready in 24 minutes
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servings
  • Tuna1
  • Lettuce2 cups
  • Tomato2 medium
  • Cucumber1
  • Olive Oil2 tbsp
  • Lemon Juice1
  • Black Pepper½ tsp
  • Salt1 tsp

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Ingredients

Makes 4 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust

  • Tuna1
  • Lettuce2 cups
  • Tomato2 medium
  • Cucumber1
  • Olive Oil2 tbsp
  • Lemon Juice1
  • Black Pepper0.5 tsp
  • Salt1 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Drain 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna. Flake in bowl.

  2. 2

    Add ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives, ¼ cup capers, ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained), ½ chopped red onion, 1 chopped celery stalk, ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil.

  3. 3

    Make dressing: ¼ cup olive oil + juice of 1 lemon + 1 minced garlic clove + 1 teaspoon Dijon + 1 teaspoon honey + 1 teaspoon oregano + salt + pepper.

  4. 4

    Toss tuna mixture with dressing.

  5. 5

    Add 4 oz crumbled feta. Toss gently.

  6. 6

    Refrigerate 30 min for flavors to meld. Serve on greens, in pita pockets, on crackers, or in lettuce wraps. Better next day.

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💡 Expert Tips

  • 1.No mayo. Mediterranean style.
  • 2.Capers + olives + sun-dried tomato. Mediterranean trinity.
  • 3.Fresh herbs essential.
  • 4.Improves overnight.

🔬 Why It Works

Mediterranean tuna salad succeeds because the olive-caper-tomato combination provides bold Mediterranean flavors that mayo-based versions lack. Lighter but more flavorful.

Frequently Asked Questions

Better tuna?
Solid white in water (best texture). Italian olive oil-packed (richer).
Variations?
Add chickpeas (more substance), white beans (creamy), artichoke hearts.
Best with?
Mixed greens, pita, crackers, cucumber slices, lettuce wraps.
Make ahead?
Yes — improves overnight. Keeps 3 days refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)

Calories232kcal
Protein27g
Carbohydrates36g
Fat25g
Fiber9g
Sugar5g

* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.

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