Tuna Chickpea Salad
This tuna chickpea salad is a fast lunch bowl with romaine, cucumber, tomatoes, and a simple lemon dressing. It is light, filling, and easy to throw together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Assembling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Dairy-Free, Egg Free, Gluten-Free, Nut Free
Ingredients
4 oz can tuna in water, drained
– 1 cup romaine lettuce
– 1/2 medium cucumber
– 1/4 cup scallions
– 1/4 cup canned chickpeas
– 10 grape tomatoes
– 1 tsp lemon juice
– 1/4 tsp Dijon mustard
– 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
– Black pepper
Instructions
Add the drained tuna to a large bowl and break it up with a spoon.
2. Add the romaine, cucumber, scallions, chickpeas, and grape tomatoes.
3. Whisk the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and black pepper in a small bowl.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until coated.
5. Plate the salad and serve.
Notes
Break up the tuna before adding the vegetables so it mixes through the bowl more evenly.
– Toss right before serving for the best lettuce texture.
– The black pepper amount is based on the seasoning shown in the video and can be kept light.
Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/tuna-chickpea-salad/