Description
A refreshing and nutritious winter salad featuring quinoa and tuna, perfect for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chilled quinoa, cooked
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna in olive oil, drained
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup green onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the chilled quinoa in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the drained tuna, quartered grape tomatoes, diced zucchini, yellow bell pepper, green onion, and chopped cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the avocado oil, apple cider vinegar, whole grain mustard, salt, and pepper, whisking until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the quinoa and tuna mixture, then gently fold everything together until coated.
- Sample the salad and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- For enhanced flavor, let the bowl sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Incorporate a handful of kale or mixed greens for added texture and nutrients.
- Swap out the tuna for shredded chicken or black beans for a different protein twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: varies
Keywords: Healthy Winter Rice and Tuna Salad