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A colorful, fresh, and flavorful Mediterranean Tuna Salad with wild-caught albacore tuna, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, olives, marinated artichoke hearts, and creamy feta, dressed with olive oil and vinegar. A no-mayo, protein-packed, and meal-prep friendly salad perfect for light lunches or casual gatherings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 20 oz wild-caught albacore tuna, drained
  • 1 English cucumber, sliced and quartered
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3–4 vine ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped marinated artichoke hearts (fresh if possible)
  • 1/2 cup green and Kalamata olives, chopped
  • Handful fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (or vegan feta)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 1 tbsp red or white wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Drain canned albacore tuna well, gently pressing or squeezing out any excess liquid.
  2. Slice and quarter the English cucumber; chop tomatoes; thinly slice the red onion; chop marinated artichoke hearts and olives; chop parsley; grate garlic.
  3. Combine tuna, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, artichokes, olives, parsley, grated garlic, and crumbled feta in a large bowl, stirring lightly to avoid mashing the tuna.
  4. Season with dried Italian seasoning, drizzle with olive oil and vinegar, then toss gently to coat; add salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.

Notes

Chilling the salad for at least one hour before serving enhances the flavor by allowing ingredients to meld., Ensure the tuna is well drained to prevent the salad from becoming watery., This salad holds well in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days, making it ideal for meal prep., Add or substitute ingredients such as chickpeas, bell peppers, goat cheese, or fresh herbs like basil or dill to customize the salad., Serve the salad wrapped in lettuce leaves or with sides like pita chips, quinoa tabbouleh, roasted vegetables, or herbed couscous for a more complete meal., Olives should be kept away from pets as they are not safe for them.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: ~300 calories per serving
  • Fat: Approx. 18 grams per serving
  • Carbohydrates: Approx. 10 grams per serving
  • Protein: Approx. 25 grams per serving