Mediterranean-Style Tuna Salad with Capers and Olives

This is a simple and refreshing tuna salad that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It's made with canned tuna, celery, red onion, capers, olives, parsley, mint, olive oil, and lemon juice. The flavors of the Mediterranean come together to create a salad that's both flavorful and healthy.

Tuna salad is a classic dish that has been around for centuries. There are many different variations of tuna salad, but this Mediterranean-style tuna salad is one of our favorites. It's made with fresh, flavorful ingredients and it's a great way to get your daily dose of omega-3 fatty acids.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 can (5 ounces) tuna, drained
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped capers
• 1/4 cup chopped olives
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, celery, red onion, capers, olives, parsley, and mint.
2. Drizzle with the olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Stir to combine. Serve on its own or on top of salad greens.

Why It Works

• The combination of tuna, celery, red onion, capers, olives, parsley, and mint creates a complex and flavorful salad.
• The olive oil and lemon juice add a brightness and acidity that balances out the richness of the tuna.
• The salt and pepper add depth and flavor to the salad.