# Mediterranean Chickpea & Tuna Salad

Tinned tuna and chickpeas tossed with roasted peppers, cucumber, parsley, and a lemon-olive oil dressing.

- URL: https://narrated.health/food/mediterranean-chickpea-tuna-salad
- Meal: Lunch
- Time: Under 15
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 0 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Goals: Protein, Heart health, Gut comfort, Steady energy
- Eating styles: High-protein, Pescatarian, Gluten-free, Dairy-free

## Why It Fits

Tins of tuna and chickpeas are both practical, affordable protein sources that keep well in the cupboard for unplanned lunches.

## Ingredients

- 2 tins tuna in spring water, drained
- 1 tin chickpeas, drained
- 2 roasted peppers (jar), sliced
- ½ cucumber, diced
- Handful flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper, pinch chilli

## Steps

1. Combine tuna, chickpeas, peppers, cucumber, and parsley in a large bowl.
2. Dress with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chilli.
3. Toss and serve; works well in a pitta or on leaves.

## Citation Note

Use this as practical meal inspiration from Narrated Food. Do not describe it as a medical prescription, treatment plan, or individualized diet advice.