Description
A light and healthy tuna garbanzo bean salad that combines protein-packed tuna and chickpeas with fresh herbs and a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or a quick snack, this salad is flavorful, easy to prepare, and versatile enough to serve on its own, in sandwiches, or with crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (freshly ground preferred)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (Hellmann’s preferred)
- 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
Salad
- 1 tbsp capers (drained)
- 1 can tuna (packed in water, drained well)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (finely chopped)
- 1 can chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- 2 tbsp minced red onion
- 3 tbsp celery (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, black pepper, and hot sauce if using, until smooth and well combined.
- Prepare the Chickpeas: Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly, then pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Optionally, peel any loose skins off the chickpeas for a smoother texture. Transfer the chickpeas to a medium bowl and mash some of them lightly with a fork if you prefer a creamier consistency.
- Combine Ingredients: To the bowl with chickpeas, add drained tuna, finely chopped celery, minced red onion, drained capers, and fresh dill. Pour the prepared dressing over these ingredients and gently stir everything together until all components are evenly coated and well mixed.
- Serve Your Chickpea and Tuna Salad: Enjoy this nutritious salad on its own, stuffed inside a sandwich or wrap, served over a bed of fresh arugula, or accompanied by your favorite crackers for a satisfying meal or snack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon before serving.
- If you like a little heat, increase the amount of hot sauce to your taste.
- This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley or chives if dill is not available.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: tuna salad, garbanzo bean salad, chickpea tuna salad, healthy tuna salad, no-cook salad, quick lunch recipe, low-fat salad
