How to Make Balsamic Tuna Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal to add to your rotation, look no further than this Balsamic Tuna Salad recipe. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and vibrant flavors, this salad is a perfect option for a light and satisfying lunch or dinner. Whether you're a fan of tuna or looking for a new way to incorporate it into your diet, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.

What sets this Balsamic Tuna Salad apart from other tuna salads is the tangy and...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained and flaked
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup halved black olives
  • ½ English (seedless) cucumber, coarsely chopped
  • 1 small red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 (10 ounce) bag fresh baby spinach

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine flaked albacore tuna, garbanzo beans, black olives, English cucumber, red bell pepper, green onions, and parsley in a bowl.
  • Blend balsamic vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, dried oregano, and ground black pepper in a separate bowl using an immersion blender until garlic is pureed. Stir dressing into tuna and combine well. Serve over baby spinach.
  • Nutrition

    344 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 35mg
    • Sodium: 763mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 79mg
    • Calcium: 203mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1034mg