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    Home » Recipes » Salads

    Lentil Salad with Tuna

    Published: Apr 25, 2019 Modified: Apr 25, 2019 by Karen Kelly This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Lentil Salad with Tuna packs a protein punch that will keep you satisfied until dinner!  It's full of Spring goodies like carrots and kale.  Dress it with a simple lemon and olive oil dressing and you are good to go. {gluten free}

    Lentil Salad with Tuna in a white bowl

    Do you like lentils?  Maybe you haven't given them a fair shot.  They can be a healthy, easy to grab staple that can be used in a ton of different dishes.  Dressing them in a simple dressing of lemon, olive oil, salt and peppers makes them even better.

    I sometimes buy fresh ones that I cook in my Instant Pot but most often I use canned ones because they are so easy.  If you are worried about the sodium content in canned lentils just give them a rinse and that removes most of it. 

    I try to eat a green chopped salad every day for lunch and lentils are the perfect addition to give me extra nutrition and protein.  

    lentil salad with tuna and carrots

    NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF LENTILS

    • fiber
    • protein
    • folate
    • magnesium
    • iron
    • potassium
    • naturally gluten free
    • can help regulate blood sugar

    gluten free lentil salad with tuna

    HOW TO MAKE LENTIL SALAD

    If you are using canned lentils like I did, this Lentil Salad with Tuna is so easy.  You can make a double batch and eat the rest the next day for lunch.  

    So let's do this, shall we?  Rinse your lentils and put them into a bowl.  Add chickpeas, sliced carrots, shredded kale and tuna.  Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper together in a small bowl.  Pour over salad and enjoy!

    You can add any vegetables you want to this salad and if you don't feel like making your dressing, use store bought.  Need some cheese? Add some salty feta to the top!

    lentil salad with tuna and kale

     

    I think you are going to love this clean eating lentil salad!

    Lentil Salad with Tuna

    This Lentil Salad with Tuna packs a protein punch that will keep you full until dinner!  It's full of Spring goodies like carrots and kale.  Dress it with a simple lemon and olive oil dressing and you are good to go. {gluten free}
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    Course: Lunch
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: Lentil Salad with Tuna
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 224kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 14 oz can of lentils
    • ½ cup chickpeas
    • ½ cup sliced carrots
    • 1 3 oz can of tuna in oil or water
    • 1 cup chopped kale or spinach

    Dressing

    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • salt and pepper

    Instructions

    • Add all salad ingredients into a medium sized bowl.  Break up tuna with a fork.
    • Whisk dressing ingredients together and pour over salad.  Add more salt and pepper to taste.
    • Store in fridge in a covered container for up to three days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 39mg | Potassium: 386mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 8695IU | Vitamin C: 45.5mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 1.8mg
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    About Karen Kelly

    Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach, freelance food writer, and blogger. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find wholesome gluten-free recipes and healthy lifestyle tips.

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    I'm Karen Kelly a food and travel writer, health coach and recipe creator. At Seasonal Cravings you will find quick, healthy recipes and the best travel tips!

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