Description
A quick and flavorful Mediterranean Tuna Salad Sandwich that combines creamy hummus, zesty lime, and savory Greek-inspired ingredients for a delicious and healthy meal ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 packets (2.5 ounces each) tuna
- 1 jalapeño, diced
- 1/2 cup creamy hummus
- 1/4 cup red onion, soaked in water for a few minutes, chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning
- 2 tablespoons chives
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 small Persian cucumber, diced
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- Bread or lettuce cups for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the tuna, diced jalapeño, creamy hummus, soaked and chopped red onion, sliced Kalamata olives, salt, black pepper, Greek seasoning, chopped chives, diced celery stalks, diced Persian cucumber, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Mix Thoroughly: Use a spoon or spatula to mix all the ingredients together thoroughly, ensuring the flavors are evenly distributed throughout the salad.
- Serve: Serve the Mediterranean tuna salad in bread slices for sandwiches or scoop it into lettuce cups if you prefer a lighter, low-carb option.
- Store: Place any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate. The salad will keep well for 2 to 3 days.
Notes
- Soaking the red onion helps reduce its sharpness for a milder flavor in the salad.
- For an extra spicy kick, add more diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Use whole grain or sourdough bread for a heartier sandwich.
- This salad can be served over greens as a light Mediterranean tuna salad bowl.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
