Varied Salad with Tuna and Red Cheese
Varied Salad with Tuna and Red Cheese is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together a mix of fresh vegetables, protein-rich tuna, and tangy red cheese. This salad is not only colorful and visually appealing but also packed with a variety of flavors and textures. The crispness of the greens and vegetables, the softness of the tuna, and the richness of the cheese make every bite delightful. It's a perfect meal for a light lunch or a healthy dinner, offering a balanced combination of vitamins, minerals, and protein. The dressing, typically a zesty lemon vinaigrette, enhances the natural flavors of the ingredients, making this salad refreshing and satisfying.
Varied Salad with Tuna and Red Cheese
WasafatPrep Time (Minutes)
20
Cook Time (Minutes)
1
Total Time (Minutes)
21
Category
Salads & Appetizers
Servings
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Calories (Kcal)
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Ingredients
- 1 head of lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup canned tuna, drained and flaked
- 1/2 cup red cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
- Add the tuna and cheese: Gently fold in the flaked tuna and cubed red cheese.
- Add the olives and parsley: Sprinkle the black olives and chopped parsley over the salad.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately, or chill for 15-20 minutes for the flavors to meld. Enjoy as a main dish or a side.
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