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Chickpea Tuna Salad

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Chickpea Tuna Salad is a refreshing, protein-packed dish combining tuna, chickpeas, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and a tangy lemon dressing, perfect for a light lunch or quick dinner.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon nonpareil capers, rinsed and chopped

1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon ground pepper

1 (15 ounce) can no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed

1 (6.7 ounce) jar oil-packed tuna, drained

1 cup halved cherry tomatoes

1 cup thinly sliced English cucumber

½ cup crumbled feta cheese

2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

3 cups baby spinach

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, capers, chopped shallot, salt, and pepper. Stir in the extra-virgin olive oil until well combined.
  2. Combine the salad: In a large bowl, add the chickpeas, tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and fresh dill. Gently toss to combine.
  3. Add spinach: Add the baby spinach to the salad and drizzle with the prepared dressing. Toss gently to coat everything evenly with the dressing.
  4. Serve: Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes for a slightly cooler, more refreshing taste.

Notes

For extra veggies, try adding red onion, bell peppers, or avocado.

If you prefer, substitute feta with goat cheese, ricotta, or a dairy-free option.

For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes, jalapeños, or hot sauce to the salad.

For a more filling salad, consider adding quinoa, farro, or brown rice for extra fiber and texture.

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