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Insalata Di Tonno
Insalata Di Tonno, a tantalizing Italian tuna salad, is a delightful amalgamation of succulent canned tuna, crisp vegetables, and plump Kalamata olives, all brought together by a zesty lemon dressing. This refreshing salad harks back to the sunny Mediterranean coast of Italy, where it is traditionally enjoyed as a light yet nourishing meal during the warm summer months.
Ingredients
- Canned tuna
- 2 cans, drained
- Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup, halved
- Cucumber
- 1, medium-sized, diced
- Red onion
- 1, small, thinly sliced
- Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup, pitted
- Fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons
- Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup
- Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon, or to taste
- Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon, or to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the drained tuna, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, pitted Kalamata olives, and finely chopped fresh parsley.
- To prepare the dressing, take a small bowl and whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
- Toss the salad gently to evenly distribute the dressing and ensure all ingredients are well-coated.
- Chill the Insalata Di Tonno in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your taste of the Mediterranean!
Tips
- For a more robust flavor, try adding a clove of minced garlic to the dressing.
- This salad can be enjoyed on its own, or served on a bed of fresh lettuce for added greens.
- To make this salad ahead, keep the dressing separate and mix just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Salad Prep Time: 15 minutes Chill Time: 1 hour Calories: 220 Fat: 14g Carbs: 8g Protein: 17g Sodium: 650mg Sugar: 4g
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