Description

Discover your new favorite lunch with this Ultimate Mediterranean No-Mayo Tuna Salad! Bursting with fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon-Dijon dressing, this vibrant salad is a healthy and satisfying choice. It’s packed with flavor and perfect for those following a Mediterranean lifestyle or anyone looking for a delicious alternative to traditional tuna salad.

Ingredients

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For the Salad

3 cans (≈5 oz/142 g each tuna in olive oil, drained and flaked)
1½ cups marinated artichoke hearts (drained and roughly chopped)
¾ cup Kalamata olives (pitted, halved or quartered)
¾ cup red onion (finely chopped)
¾ cup English cucumber (diced)
½ cup roasted red peppers (jarred, drained and chopped)
3 tbsp capers (drained)
½ cup fresh dill (finely chopped)
½ cup fresh mint (finely chopped)
½ cup green onions (thinly sliced)

For the Zesty Lemon-Herb Dressing (Adjusted)

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil (reduced from 1/2 cup)
Juice of 1 large lemon (≈3–4 tbsp)
2 –3 cloves garlic (minced (reduced from 6))
1½ tsp Dijon mustard (increased from ¾ tsp)
1½ tsp dried oregano
1/8 tsp fine sea salt (or to taste (reduced from 3/8 tsp))
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)

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Instructions

Macerate the garlic: In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice and the minced garlic; let sit 10 minutes to mellow the sharpness.
Make the dressing: Whisk in Dijon, oregano, pepper, and salt. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking until emulsified.
Prep the brined items (optional but recommended for lower sodium): Briefly rinse and pat dry the olives, capers, artichokes, and roasted peppers.
Combine the salad: In a large bowl, add the drained, flaked tuna, artichokes, olives, red onion, cucumber, roasted peppers, capers, dill, mint, and green onions.
Dress & toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated. Adjust salt/pepper to taste.
Chill: Cover and refrigerate 20–30 minutes for flavors to marry.
Serve: Spoon into lettuce cups, pita, or enjoy as is.

Notes

Serving Suggestions & Storage:

This tuna salad makes an excellent appetizer served with pita chips or slices of crusty bread.
For a satisfying low-carb meal, consider serving it in avocado halves or large lettuce wraps.
Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It is best enjoyed within 2 days.

Nutrition Facts (per serving): Calories: 312 kcal | Total Fat: 23.6 g (Saturated Fat: 3.5 g) | Total Carbs: 10.1 g (Fiber: 3.6 g, Sugars: 2.1 g) | Protein: 17 g

These values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation.

Nutrition

Calories: 312