Italian Tuna Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Italian tuna salad is one of my go to meals when I want something fresh and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Since it comes together in just 15 minutes with zero cooking required, it's perfect for busy weeknights or quick lunches. The combination of flaky tuna, vibrant tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese feels restaurant quality, but honestly it's so simple and affordable to throw together. I love that tuna is packed with omega 3 fatty acids which are wonderful for heart health, and you probably have most of these ingredients on hand already. It's the kind of dish that tastes like you put in real effort but lets you off the hook entirely.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400tuna (drained and flaked)
- 200cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 150red onion (thinly sliced)
- 100fresh parsley (chopped)
- 60 mlolive oil
- 30 mlwhite wine vinegar
- 15 gdijon mustard
- 6 gsalt
- 3 gblack pepper
- 10 gitalian seasoning
- 100 gfeta cheese (crumbled)(optional)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the flaked tuna, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Tip: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
Tip: Make sure to whisk until smooth to avoid lumps.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently stir until everything is coated.
Tip: Don't overmix to prevent the tuna from breaking apart.
- 4
If using feta cheese, crumble it on top of the salad and gently fold it into the mixture.
Tip: Add the feta cheese just before serving for the best flavor and texture.
- 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Tip: Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes for an even more refreshing taste.
- 6
Serve the Italian Tuna Salad chilled, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Tip: This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and can be easily taken on-the-go.
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