Salade de Thon

Salade de Thon is a refreshing French salad that combines tender tuna with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing, perfect for a light yet protein-packed meal. This colorful dish is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Canned tuna in water - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Black olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Fresh parsley - 15 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Drain the canned tuna and place it in a mixing bowl, flaking it with a fork.
2. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and sliced black olives to the bowl with the tuna.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together to combine.
5. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which aids in muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and tuna, supporting heart health.

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