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Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad Recipe

Tuna Garbanzo Bean Salad Recipe

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5.2 from 13 reviews

A creamy, crunchy, protein-rich tuna and garbanzo bean salad with fresh dill and a tangy lemon dressing. Perfect for quick and healthy meals.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 3-4 servings

Ingredients

Main Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Hot sauce to taste (optional)

Salad:

  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (5 oz) can tuna packed in water, drained
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped celery
  • 2 tbsp minced red onion
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tbsp chopped capers, green olives, or relish

To Serve:

  • Arugula, crackers, whole-grain bread, or pita

Instructions

  1. Main Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo/yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, salt, pepper, and hot sauce (if using).
  2. Prepare Salad: Drain, rinse, and dry the chickpeas. Mash some with a fork if desired. In a bowl, combine chickpeas, tuna, celery, onion, dill, and capers/olives.
  3. Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and mix gently to combine.
  4. Serve: Serve over greens, in a sandwich, or with crackers.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, add diced cucumber or radish.
  • Adjust lemon and mustard to taste.
  • Keeps in the fridge for 2–3 days, best served chilled.
  • Author: Martha
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad, Side Dish
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg