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Greek Tuna, Cucumber, and Tomatoe Salad Recipe

This recipe delivers a light and refreshing Greek-inspired salad featuring canned tuna, crisp cucumber, and ripe Roma tomato. Dressed simply with extra virgin olive oil and Greek seasoning, it's a quick, high-protein, and low-carb meal perfect for a speedy lunch or a light dinner option.
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Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Servings 1 people
Calories 242.6 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Measuring Spoons
  • 1 Can Opener (if tuna is not pull-tab)

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 can tuna
  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 roma tomato
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp greek seasoning
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Thoroughly drain the canned tuna, pressing out any excess liquid to ensure a firm, non-watery salad.
  • Dice the cucumber and Roma tomato into uniform, bite-sized pieces for consistent texture in every bite.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, diced cucumber, and diced tomato.
  • Drizzle the mixture with extra virgin olive oil.
  • Evenly sprinkle the Greek seasoning over the ingredients.
  • Season with salt to taste, remembering that Greek seasoning may already contain salt.
  • Gently toss all ingredients until they are well combined and evenly coated with the dressing and seasonings.
  • Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more olive oil, Greek seasoning, or salt if desired.
  • Serve immediately as a refreshing light meal, or chill for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to further meld before serving.

Notes

1. Tuna Quality: Opt for good quality, oil-packed tuna for a richer flavor and moist texture, or water-packed for a lighter option. Ensure it's thoroughly drained to prevent a watery salad. 2. Uniformity: Dice the cucumber and tomato into consistent, bite-sized pieces for better texture and presentation. 3. Seasoning Balance: Greek seasoning blends often contain salt, so taste before adding additional salt. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice could brighten the flavors further. 4. Resting: While delicious immediately, allowing the salad to rest for 10-15 minutes in the refrigerator helps the flavors meld.