Vibrant protein bowl with tuna, chickpeas, veggies, and zesty lemon dressing for light meals.
# Ingredient List:
→ Protein & Legumes
01 - 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 (5 oz each) cans tuna in water, drained
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small cucumber, diced
05 - 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
06 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives, sliced (optional)
→ Dressing
08 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
14 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
15 - Pinch of red pepper flakes
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a large salad bowl, mix chickpeas, drained tuna, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, chopped parsley, and sliced olives.
02 - Whisk olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the combined ingredients and gently toss to ensure even coating.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and red pepper flakes atop the salad if desired.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate covered for up to two days to enhance flavors.
