Description
Creamy Mediterranean Tuna Egg Salad brings ocean-fresh flavors to your plate, blending protein-packed ingredients with zesty herbs. Crisp vegetables and tangy dressing create a light, satisfying meal you’ll crave for lunch or quick dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 can tuna in oil
- 1 to 2 hard-boiled eggs
Vegetables:
- 1 small cucumber
- 1 medium white onion
- 1 small carrot
- 2 medium tomatoes
- Fresh lettuce
Seasoning and Others:
(no additional seasoning or other ingredients mentioned in the original recipe)
Instructions
- Finely dice lettuce, carrot, cucumber, onion, and tomatoes into uniform, small pieces for balanced texture and even distribution.
- Thoroughly drain canned tuna, eliminating excess oil to prevent wateriness in the salad.
- Chop hard-boiled eggs into precise, bite-sized cubes using a sharp knife for consistent sizing.
- Transfer chopped vegetables, tuna, and eggs into a spacious mixing bowl, creating a vibrant base for the salad.
- Create the dressing by whisking mayonnaise, all-purpose cream, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, salt, pepper, optional sugar, and sesame oil in a separate container until smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently drizzle prepared dressing over the vegetable-protein mixture, using a folding motion to ensure each ingredient is evenly coated without breaking delicate components.
- Allow salad to rest for 5-10 minutes at room temperature, enabling flavors to meld and develop a harmonious taste profile.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing standalone dish or accompaniment, garnishing with additional herbs if desired for enhanced visual appeal and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Customize vegetable sizes for texture variety, ensuring each bite offers a delightful crunch and mix of flavors.
- Drain tuna thoroughly to prevent watery salad and maintain a rich, creamy consistency.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter, protein-packed alternative that boosts nutritional value.
- Try fresh herbs like dill or parsley to elevate the salad’s freshness and add a vibrant green touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg