Description
A nutritious and flavorful salad combining tuna and garbanzo beans, perfect for a light meal or snack.
Ingredients
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- For the dressing:
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (freshly ground preferred for more flavor)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (preferably Hellmann’s)
- a few dashes hot sauce (optional, to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- For the salad:
- 1 tbsp capers (drained)
- 1 can tuna (packed in water, drained well)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (finely chopped for best flavor and aroma)
- 1 can chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- 2 tbsp minced red onion (adds a sharp, fresh bite)
- 3 tbsp celery (finely chopped for a nice crunch)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and hot sauce (if using). Whisk until well combined.
- Prepare the Chickpeas: Drain and rinse chickpeas thoroughly. Pat them dry, and optionally peel any loose skins. Transfer them to a medium bowl and optionally mash some with a fork.
- Combine Ingredients: Add tuna, celery, onion, capers (or olives), and fresh dill to the bowl with the chickpeas. Pour the dressing over and stir gently until well mixed.
- Serve Your Salad: Present the salad as desired, either in a sandwich or wrap, over arugula, or alongside crackers.
Notes
- Adjust the hot sauce according to your spice preference.
- For added texture, consider mashing only half of the chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 30mg