Quick Mediterranean Tuna Salad with No Mayo

This Quick Mediterranean Tuna Salad is a light, refreshing, and protein-packed dish that skips the mayo in favor of heart-healthy olive oil and zesty lemon. Perfect for a quick lunch, meal prep, or a healthy side dish!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Mayo-Free & Healthy: Uses olive oil for a lighter, heart-friendly alternative.
• Quick & Easy: Ready in just 10 minutes.
• Mediterranean Flavors: Bursting with fresh ingredients like cucumbers, tomatoes, and olives.

Ingredients

• 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Drain the tuna and chop all vegetables.
2. Mix the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, black pepper, and salt.
4. Toss & Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad, toss well, and garnish with fresh parsley.
5. Enjoy: Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Tips & Variations

• Add More Protein: Toss in chickpeas or white beans.
• Make it Vegan: Swap tuna for canned chickpeas and omit the feta.
• Serving Ideas: Serve over mixed greens, in a pita, or with whole-grain crackers.
• Meal Prep Friendly: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

This Quick Mediterranean Tuna Salad is a delicious, mayo-free alternative that’s fresh, flavorful, and packed with wholesome ingredients!

More Mediterranean-Inspired Recipes
For another Mediterranean dish, try our Mediterranean Bowl with Quinoa.

The Mediterranean Diet Explained
Find out why the Mediterranean diet is so healthy in this article by Mayo Clinic.