Why You’ll Love This Tuna Quinoa Bowl
This tuna quinoa bowl is a winner for so many reasons!
- It’s incredibly quick to make.
- Prep time is minimal.
- It’s packed with protein.
- The flavors are so fresh.
- It’s a truly healthy meal.
You’ll find yourself reaching for this easy recipe often.
Quick Tuna Quinoa Bowl: 1 Delicious Lunch
Enjoy a delicious and protein-packed tuna quinoa bowl, a perfect balance of flavors and textures with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, drained tuna, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the tuna and quinoa mixture.
- Add the chopped parsley and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- For an extra boost of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables like corn, avocado, or shredded carrots.
- This bowl is great for meal prep; store components separately and assemble before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approx. 400-450
- Sugar: Approx. 5g
- Sodium: Approx. 300mg
- Fat: Approx. 15g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30g
- Fiber: Approx. 5g
- Protein: Approx. 30g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 50mg