Description
Lemon Tahini Chickpea Tuna Salad is a fresh, protein-packed salad made with chickpeas, flaky tuna, crisp vegetables, and a creamy lemon tahini dressing that’s bright and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2–4 tablespoons water, as needed
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced (optional)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas and tuna, gently breaking up the tuna.
- Add the red onion, celery, cucumber, and parsley, mixing until evenly combined.
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Add water gradually while whisking until the dressing is smooth and pourable.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
The dressing will thicken as it chills; stir before serving.White beans can replace chickpeas for a softer texture.Serve in wraps, pita pockets, or over greens.Add cumin or paprika for extra flavor depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
