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Healthy Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad

Healthy Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad
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Elevate your meal prep with this Healthy Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad, a delicious and nutritious option that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Packed with protein-rich tuna and fiber-filled chickpeas, this vibrant salad is quick to make and bursting with fresh flavors. Whether you serve it on a bed of arugula, as a hearty sandwich filling, or alongside crunchy pita chips, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike. The zesty dressing adds the perfect touch of creaminess without weighing you down, making it ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings. Give this easy recipe a try, and it might just become your go-to for wholesome meals!

Ingredients

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  • 1 can chickpeas (15 oz)
  • 1 can tuna packed in water, drained (5 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • A few splashes of hot sauce (like Tabasco or Cholula) (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons minced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon roughly chopped capers, green olives, or relish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and optional hot sauce.
  2. In a large bowl, combine drained chickpeas, drained tuna, chopped celery, minced red onion, dill, and capers (or olives). Mix gently.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and fold until well-coated.
  4. Serve on arugula, as a sandwich on whole-grain bread, or with pita chips.

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