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Mediterranean tuna bowl

Amazing 15-Minute Mediterranean Tuna Bowl: A Happy Lunch Idea


  • Author: Sienna Hartwell
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

This Mediterranean Tuna Bowl is a fresh and flavorful meal, perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It combines protein-rich tuna with vibrant Mediterranean ingredients like olives, feta, and juicy tomatoes, all served over crisp greens.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 (5 ounce) can tuna in olive oil, drained and flaked
  • 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups mixed greens


Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the flaked tuna, cucumber, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh parsley.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  3. Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss to combine.
  4. Divide the mixed greens among two bowls.
  5. Spoon the Mediterranean tuna mixture over the greens in each bowl.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious and healthy meal.

Notes

  • You can use tuna packed in water if you prefer, just be sure to drain it well.
  • Feel free to add other Mediterranean vegetables like bell peppers or artichoke hearts.
  • For a heartier meal, add some cooked quinoa or chickpeas to the bowl.
  • Store any leftover tuna mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg