Description
Discover the delightful and nutritious world of Healthy Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad—a perfect fusion of flavors and textures that makes for a quick meal or snack. This protein-packed salad, featuring tuna and garbanzo beans, is not only satisfying but also incredibly easy to prepare in just 10 minutes. Infused with fresh dill, zesty lemon juice, and tangy capers, it’s a refreshing dish ideal for lunch, picnics, or a light dinner. Enjoy it on a bed of greens, in sandwiches, or paired with whole-grain crackers. Whether you’re meal prepping or seeking a healthy option for busy days, this salad is your go-to choice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas (15 oz)
- 1 can tuna packed in water (5 oz)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh dill
- Capers or olives
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise (or yogurt), olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add chickpeas and gently break up tuna with a fork before folding in celery, red onion, dill, and capers.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 45mg