Tuna Quinoa Salad
Tuna Quinoa Salad - A light and healthy meal packed with protein. Quinoa, tuna and an array of mixed veggies are tossed in a brightly flavored, simple dressing.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Cooling time15 minutes mins
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 381kcal
Dressing
- ⅓ cup olive oil regular or extra virgin
- ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 teaspoon sugar or honey
- 1½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
Salad
- ¾ cup quinoa dried
- 6 ounce tuna drained (2 cans)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 medium cucumber chopped
- ½ red onion diced
- 15 ounce chickpeas (1 can) drained and rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Allow it to cool down fully in the fridge.
Whisk the dressing ingredients in a bowl or mixing cup and set aside.
Add the cooled quinoa and remaining salad ingredients to a large mixing bowl. Pour the prepared dressing into the bowl and toss everything well. Taste for seasoning.
- Store your quinoa salad covered tightly or in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 381kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 415mg | Potassium: 497mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 234IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 4mg