Description
A quick and refreshing Mediterranean Tuna Salad featuring tuna packed in water combined with fresh cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty lemon-oregano dressing, this salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner packed with vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the drained tuna, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, sliced Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley. Gently mix to combine all the salad ingredients evenly.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the tuna salad mixture. Gently toss everything together ensuring that all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing for balanced flavor.
- Serve or Chill: Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the salad immediately for fresh flavor or chill it for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the salad to chill for 30 minutes before serving to let the ingredients meld.
- You can substitute fresh oregano for dried if available; use about 1 tablespoon fresh oregano.
- Use tuna packed in water for a lighter option; canned tuna in olive oil may add richness.
- Add a handful of baby spinach or arugula to increase the vegetable content.
- Serve with crusty bread or pita for a complete Mediterranean meal.
