Seed Oil Free Lemon Mediterranean Tuna Salad
Bright, herby, and packed with Mediterranean flavor, this tuna salad is the kind of dish that makes you feel like you're eating well without any effort. The dressing is built entirely on extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice, so there's no canola, soybean, or sunflower oil hiding in the mix — just clean, real ingredients from start to finish. Canned tuna packed in water keeps things simple, while Kalamata olives, capers, cucumber, and a trio of fresh herbs bring serious depth and texture to every bite. A pinch of turmeric and ginger in the dressing adds a subtle warmth that makes this feel a little more interesting than your average lunch salad. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with just a fork and a whisk, which means less cleanup and more time actually enjoying it. It holds up well in the fridge, making it a smart option to prep ahead for a quick, satisfying meal whenever hunger hits.
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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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