A light yet satisfying high protein tuna salad recipe that’s packed with lean protein, fresh vegetables, and a zesty homemade lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or post-workout meal, this salad is healthy, refreshing, and easy to make.
High Protein Tuna Salad Recipe
SERVES: 2
TOTAL TIME: 10 Minutes
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) of tuna in water, drained
- 1 cup of mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)
- ½ cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup of cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup of red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp of red onion, finely chopped
- ½ avocado, diced
- 1 tbsp of capers (optional)
- 1 tbsp of fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- For the Dressing:
- 2 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ tsp of salt
- ¼ tsp of black pepper
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Instructions:
- Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, avocado, capers, and parsley. - Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. - Step 3
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Simple, healthy, and delicious—just the way it should be. BON APPETIT and HAPPY COOKING!
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