Pistachio Free Lemon Mediterranean Tuna Salad
Bright, herby, and loaded with Mediterranean flavor, this tuna salad is the kind of dish that makes a simple can of fish feel genuinely exciting. Kalamata olives, capers, fresh mint, and parsley bring bold, briny character, while a lemon-turmeric dressing ties everything together with a warm, golden glow. The cucumber adds satisfying crunch, and the scallion greens keep things light and fresh without any sharpness. Folding rather than mashing the tuna keeps the texture substantial — more of a composed salad than a spread — which makes it feel like a real meal. Tree nut allergies can make Mediterranean-style recipes tricky since many lean on pistachios or pine nuts for garnish or texture, but every bit of flavor here comes from herbs, citrus, and pantry staples instead. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with no cooking required, just a quick whisk of the dressing and a gentle fold. Serve it straight away or let it chill for a few hours to let those flavors deepen even further.
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4 servings
- 3 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
- 1 english cucumber, diced small
- ½ cup pitted kalamata olives, halved
- 2 tbsp capers, drained and rinsed
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, turmeric, ginger, and salt until combined.
- 2
Add the drained tuna to a large mixing bowl and break it apart with a fork into large flakes — not a fine mash.
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