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Protein-Packed Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad

A nutritious and filling salad combining tuna and garbanzo beans for a protein boost, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 2 cans tuna drained
  • 1 can garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, garbanzo beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. It's a great option for meal prep.

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