Tuna: Mediterranean Tuna Salad
Chickpeas offer numerous health benefits due to their high content of fiber, protein, and various vitamins and minerals.
They can aid in blood sugar control, support heart health, promote digestion, and potentially reduce the risk of certain diseases.
Ingredients
- 15 oz. can garbanzo or chickpeas beans, drained
- 3 celery ribs, chopped
- 1 small red pepper, chopped
- 4 green onions, chopped
- (2) 5 oz. cans water packed tuna
- 4 c. shredded romaine lettuce
- 1/2 c. low fat crumbled feta cheese
- diced avocado, optional
Dressing
- 2 Tbls. canola oil
- 2 Tbls. balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbls. spicy brown mustard
- 1/2 t. dried basil
- 1/4 t. salt and 1/4 t. course black pepper
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the beans, celery, red pepper and onions.
Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, mustard, basil, salt and pepper.
Pour dressing over bean mixture; toss to coat.
Gently stir in tuna. Serve over lettuce.
Sprinkle with cheese if desired.
NOTE: Serves 4.