August 18, 2022

5-Minute Chickpea Tuna Salad

A few years ago, I stopped eating tuna. Absolutely avoided it like the plague. I think it was a mix of how much I ate as I child and the science telling me it contains high levels of mercury, which freaked me out enough to completely erase it from my diet. Fast forward to now and those dang Costco sample days, I decided to taste some canned tuna they were sampling that particular day. OH MY LANTA it was like a wave of delicious nostalgia washed over me. Since then I have been hooked. I crave it and probably make some form of it once a week for a quick and tasty lunch.

Tuna & Mercury. Say what!?

According to the FDA, Tuna has of the potential of containing various amounts of the mercury. Not exactly what we want in our food, but I believe when you’re educated on how to pick the best tuna, the health benefits outweigh the risk. Skipjack or light tuna contains the lowest amounts of mercury while bigeye contains the most, which is probably why you don’t see that one canned or in a pouch at the grocery store. Albacore tuna’s levels were slightly above skipjack or light tuna. Stick to trusted brands like Safe Catch, Wild Planet, and Thrive Market to ensure you’re getting quality tuna. Also look for pole and line caught.

Benefits of Tuna

Tuna is a great protein source especially on those busy days when lunch prep needs to be quick. It’s also loaded with vitamins like B12 and omega-3 fatty acids which are great for brain and energy levels. If I don’t make some version of this recipe, I’ll toss on a salad with avocado and olive oil. Also super tasty!

How to Make Chickpea Tuna Salad:

Simply combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Spread on your favorite bread, enjoy as a lettuce wrap, or use it as dip with crackers. However you like it, do that. Store leftovers in the fridge for 1-2 days.

Print Recipe

5-Minute Chickpea Tuna Salad

A filling, protien-rich recipe

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Appetizer, Light Meals, Lunch, Meal Prep, Summer Recipes

Cuisine: American, Mediterranean

Keyword: dijon mustard, dill, greek yogurt, healthy, lemon, lettuce wraps, light lunch, low carb, olive oil, parsley, quick lunch, salt and pepper, tuna

Servings: 2

Equipment

can opener
cutting board
Measuring cups and spoons
mixing bowl
chopping knife

Ingredients

1 can skip jack or light tuna
2-3 tbsp Greek yogurt or avocado oil mayo
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp dijon mustard
½ can chickpeas
1 can tuna
cup chopped celery
2 tbsp chopped red onion
1 tsp dried parsley or 1 tbsp fresh (more to taste)
1 tsp dried dill or 1 tbsp fresh (more to taste)
dash of hot sauce, optional
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and gently fold to combine. Serve in a lettuce wrap, with crackers, or as heart sandwhich filling. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to two days. Enjoy!