Clean and Delicious Tuna Salad
Make a Super Clean and Tasty Tuna Salad at Home!
Introducing a tuna salad that boasts a surprisingly clean and excellent flavor with minimal ingredients. Enjoy a light yet satisfying meal with the harmony of fresh greens and mild tuna!
Main Ingredients- Tuna (drained) 90g (1 can)
- European mixed salad greens 150g
- Ricotta cheese (to taste)
- Black pitted olives (to taste)
- Onion 1/3 medium
Dressing & Seasoning- Olive oil (extra virgin)
- Balsamic glaze
- Salt (pinch)
- Black pepper (pinch)
- Olive oil (extra virgin)
- Balsamic glaze
- Salt (pinch)
- Black pepper (pinch)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the 1/3 onion by slicing it thinly into rings.
Step 2
Separate the sliced onion rings and soak them in cold water for about 10 minutes. This step removes the sharp flavor, making them crispier.
Step 3
Drain the oil thoroughly from the 90g of tuna. If using canned tuna, you can place the lid back on and invert the can to help the oil drain out better.
Step 4
Gently wash the mixed salad greens under running water. Tear them into bite-sized pieces by hand rather than cutting them. This preserves their texture.
Step 5
After washing, place the greens in a colander and shake them well to remove excess water. Shaking vigorously will help them dry more effectively.
Step 6
Rinse the soaked onion briefly under running water again and drain it. Combine the onion with the prepared salad greens in a bowl and toss them lightly.
Step 7
Arrange the salad greens and onion attractively on a serving plate. Dollop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese over the salad to add creaminess and color.
Step 8
Add the black pitted olives as desired. They provide a burst of texture and flavor.
Step 9
Evenly distribute the drained 90g of tuna over the salad. This adds a good source of protein, making the salad more substantial.
Step 10
Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the entire salad. This enhances the flavor and coats the ingredients smoothly.
Step 11
Drizzle the balsamic glaze back and forth over the salad according to your preference. Its sweet and tangy notes elevate the overall taste.
Step 12
Here’s a little kitchen tip: lightly sprinkle a pinch of salt over the salad. This helps to bring out the natural flavors of the ingredients.
Step 13
Finally, add a grind of black pepper. Gently toss everything together and enjoy!
Step 14
When you hear ‘tuna salad,’ you might immediately think of tuna mixed with mayonnaise for sandwiches. However, this recipe uses olive oil and balsamic glaze instead of mayonnaise, making it much cleaner and healthier. You should definitely try it – it’s wonderfully delicious!
Step 15
Enjoy a satisfying meal that delights your taste buds while keeping your health in mind with this delicious tuna salad!
Step 16
Summary!
