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lentil and tuna salad

Lentil and Tuna Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dry green lentils
  • 2 cans 5 oz each tuna in water, drained
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1/4 red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse lentils and cook according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooled lentils, drained tuna, bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  • Pour the dressing over the lentil mixture and toss gently to combine.
  • Add chopped parsley and mix lightly.
  • Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Nutritional Information (per serving):
  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 22g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Fiber: 8g
Keyword Greek Salad, Lentils, Tuna