Name: Sun-Drenched Mediterranean Tuna Salad Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 2 cans (5oz) wild-caught tuna; 1 cup chickpeas; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 1/2 cucumber; 1/4 red onion; 1/4 cup Kalamata olives; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp dried oregano; 4 cups baby spinach

Quick Summary

A high-protein, vibrant Mediterranean bowl featuring wild-caught tuna, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette. Perfect for a refined, effortless lunch.

Ingredients

2 cans (5oz) wild-caught tuna, drained
1 cup chickpeas, rinsed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cucumber, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp dried oregano
4 cups fresh baby spinach

The Method

1. Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano in a small bowl until emulsified into a silken dressing.
2. In a great assembly, place the baby spinach as the verdant base of your bowl.
3. Arrange the tuna, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and olives in distinct, beautiful clusters atop the greens.
4. Drizzle the golden dressing over the top and toss gently to coat the authentic ingredients.

Stewart's Secret: For a deeper, more complex flavor, let the red onion slices soak in the lemon juice for 10 minutes before assembling. It mellows the bite and adds a gorgeous pop of pink.

Nutrition Snapshot

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	450
Protein	32g
Fat	22g
Carbs	28g

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain the crunch of the vegetables.

Is this gluten-free?

Absolutely. This bowl is naturally free from gluten, dairy, and refined sugars.

What can I substitute for tuna?

Flaked poached salmon or pan-seared chickpeas make excellent, protein-rich alternatives.

Sun-Drenched Mediterranean Tuna Salad Bowl

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Can I make this ahead?

Is this gluten-free?

What can I substitute for tuna?

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