Description
Lemon Tahini Chickpea Tuna Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the zesty flavor of fresh lemons, creamy tahini, and hearty chickpeas. This refreshing salad is perfect for picnics, lunch boxes, or cozy dinners, and is sure to impress with its colorful presentation and delightful taste. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that’s adaptable for any dietary needs while packing a punch of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
- 2 medium fresh lemons, juiced
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash half of the rinsed chickpeas with a fork until chunky; keep the rest whole for texture.
- Add the drained tuna to the bowl and mix well.
- Stir in lemon juice and tahini until smooth to create the dressing.
- Toss in chopped red onion and parsley for crunch.
- Drizzle olive oil over the mixture; season with salt and pepper. Mix until everything is combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 40mg