Tuna Quinoa Salad
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This tuna quinoa salad is a healthy, flavorful dish that combines protein-rich tuna, nutritious quinoa, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy avocados, all tossed in a refreshing lemony dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or meal prep, this salad offers a balance of textures and flavors, from the fluffy quinoa and flaky tuna to the crisp cucumbers and zesty dressing.
📝 Ingredients
- 1 can solid tuna in water
- 1 avocado sliced
- 2-3 Persian cucumbers chopped
- 1 tablespoon red onions chopped
- 1/4 cup cooked quinoa
- Juice of 1 lemons (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Sea Salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Cilantro for garnishing (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1Cook the quinoa separately and set aside to cool.
- 2Open the tuna can and drain all the water.
- 3Transfer the tuna to a salad bowl.
- 4Slice the cucumbers into squares and add them to the bowl.
- 5Peel the avocado, slice it, and add it to the mix.
- 6Chop the onions and include them as well.
- 7In a separate bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing lemon juice, sea salt, and olive oil.
- 8Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- 9Sprinkle some cilantro on top before serving.
About the Chef & Original Recipe
This recipe was published by Wafa Shami on palestineinadish.com. Visit the original source for step-by-step photos, chef notes and additional details.
Source: palestineinadish.com