Keto Mediterranean Tuna Salad
Keto Mediterranean Tuna Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and rich tuna in a zesty dressing. Perfect for meal prep or entertaining, this salad is quick to make and delivers restaurant-quality flavors with every bite. Enjoy it as a main course or a delightful side dish at your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking required
- Total Time: 19 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna in olive oil, drained
- 1 cup firm cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Gather all ingredients on a clean cutting board.
- Chop the veggies: Dice the cucumbers and halve the cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix it up: In a large bowl, combine chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and drained tuna.
- Add olives and feta: Toss in Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese.
- Create the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Toss it all together: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Serve chilled: Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and chill for about 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, consider mixing in avocado. Substitute tuna with canned salmon or chickpeas for variety.