For a more intense flavor, use tuna packed in olive oil and include the oil in the salad. Rinsing the chickpeas removes excess starch and makes them more digestible. Fresh herbs are key to this salad's brightness; feel free to experiment with dill, mint, or chives. This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors will continue to develop. Serve this salad on its own, in lettuce cups, or with toasted pita bread or crackers. For a heartier meal, add chopped avocado or hard-boiled eggs. If you don't have feta on hand, goat cheese or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese also works well.
Tuna and Chickpea Salad
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME10 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS217
A vibrant and Mediterranean-inspired salad, where the richness of tuna meets the earthiness of chickpeas, brightened with zesty lemon and fragrant herbs. Perfect as a light lunch, a sophisticated appetizer, or a flavorful side dish.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate30 g
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Cholesterol15 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein17 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium701 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat5 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View In a medium bowl, gently flake the tuna with a fork, keeping some larger pieces for texture. (2 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, chopped black olives, parsley, and red onion to the bowl. (3 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the mixture. (1 minute)
04 Step
Recipe View Gently stir all ingredients together until well combined, being careful not to mash the chickpeas too much. (2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, drizzle with an additional tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil for added richness. (2 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. For optimal flavor, let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. (15 minutes)
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Mallie Doyle
May 13, 2025Next time, I'll try adding some artichoke hearts as suggested in the original description.
Polly Wolff
Apr 29, 2025My family loves this salad! It's a regular on our lunch menu.
Leslie Oreilly
Jan 5, 2025I added a little bit of Dijon mustard to the dressing and it was fantastic!
Newell Klein
Nov 23, 2024So delicious and simple. A perfect quick lunch recipe!
Isaac Nicolas
May 7, 2024This salad is so easy to make and tastes amazing! I love the addition of Kalamata olives.
Laurie Bradtke
Dec 14, 2023I used fresh dill instead of parsley and it was a great variation.
Janick Goldner
Dec 9, 2023I followed the recipe exactly, and it came out perfect! The flavors are so fresh and vibrant.
Retta Kerluke
Sep 9, 2023I’m not a big fan of tuna, but I actually enjoyed this salad! The chickpeas and olives really balance the flavor.