Mediterranean Tuna Salad with Creamy Feta Dressing Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Mediterranean Tuna Salad featuring juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and salty feta cheese, all tossed with a creamy feta dressing for a flavorful, easy-to-make meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna packed in water, drained
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Feta Dressing
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, and crumbled feta cheese. Toss gently to mix all the fresh ingredients evenly without breaking up the tuna too much.
- Make the feta dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper according to your taste.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the creamy feta dressing over the assembled salad. Toss gently once more to coat all the ingredients thoroughly with the dressing.
- Serve: Transfer the salad to serving plates or a bowl and enjoy immediately, or chill briefly in the refrigerator to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- For a lower-fat option, use reduced-fat Greek yogurt and feta cheese.
- Add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or dill for extra freshness.
- This salad pairs well with warm pita bread or crusty baguette.
- To make ahead, prepare the dressing separately and mix just before serving to keep the salad crisp.
Keywords: Mediterranean tuna salad, creamy feta dressing, healthy tuna salad, easy lunch recipe, Greek yogurt dressing
