Name: Healthy Tuna Salad with Fresh Veggies and Lemon 🍋
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
Total time: 10 minutes
Ingredients: 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained; 2 cups mixed salad greens; 1/4 cup corn kernels (fresh or canned); 1/4 cup sliced cucumber; 1/4 cup black olives; 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 lemon, sliced; 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt & pepper to taste; Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)

This tuna salad is light, refreshing, and full of protein! It’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner that’s both nutritious and delicious.

Quick Steps ✨

Arrange salad greens, tuna, veggies, and olives in a bowl.

Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.

Season with salt and pepper.

Garnish with parsley or cilantro.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Step by Step Instructions 📝

1. Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, arrange the mixed salad greens, corn kernels, cucumber slices, black olives, and red onion.

2. Add the Tuna: Drain the canned tuna and flake it with a fork. Add it on top of the salad.

3. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the olive oil over the salad, then squeeze the juice from half a lemon over the top. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for an extra burst of flavor. Add the lemon slices for decoration or an extra squeeze of juice. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing tuna salad!

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Substitutions 🔄

Swap black olives for green olives for a different flavor.

Use avocado instead of cucumber for a creamier texture.

Substitute Greek yogurt for olive oil to make a tangy dressing.

Useful Notes 📝

Tuna: Opt for tuna in water if you want a lighter option, or tuna in oil for a richer taste.

Freshness: Serve the salad immediately for the best flavor, especially if using fresh lemon juice.

Nutritional Insights 🍎

Each serving contains the stated nutritional values:

🔥 Energy: 220 kcal

🥑 Fat: 12 g (of which saturates: 2 g)

🍞 Carbohydrates: 10 g (of which sugars: 4 g)

🌾 Fiber: 3 g

💪 Protein: 18 g

🧂 Salt: 1 g

A nutrient-packed salad that’s low in calories and high in protein, perfect for a healthy meal!

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Leftover Advice ♻️

Store leftover salad (without dressing) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. Add dressing just before serving to keep the greens crisp.