Tuna Tahini Salad
Elevate your lunch game with this vibrant and satisfying Tuna Tahini Salad! Packed with protein-rich canned tuna, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty tahini-lemon dressing, this recipe is a refreshing twist on classic tuna salad. The creamy, nutty tahini paired with a hint of garlic and fresh parsley creates a Mediterranean-inspired flavor profile that’s both nutritious and indulgent. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weekdays or light, wholesome meals. Enjoy it wrapped in crunchy lettuce leaves, served with crackers, or piled onto your favorite bread for a healthy, flavorful bite. Whether you're meal-prepping or whipping up a last-minute lunch, this Tuna Tahini Salad is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 4 leaves lettuce leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to break apart the tuna into smaller pieces.
In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Add the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the tuna.
Pour the tahini dressing over the tuna and vegetables. Gently toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
Serve the Tuna Tahini Salad on its own, in lettuce leaves, or with your preferred bread or crackers as a light meal or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1420 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 3584 mg | 276% | |
| Iron | 16074.1 mg | 89301% | |
| Potassium | 1176 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
