Tuna And Egg Salad Recipe

Name: Tuna And Egg Salad
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
Yield: 1
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: canned tuna: 80g; hard-boiled egg: 50g; mixed salad greens: 30g; cucumber slices: 30g; black olives: 20g; olive oil: 10g; flaxseeds or similar seeds: 5g; salt and pepper: 0g

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A delightful blend of flavors and textures, the Tuna and Egg Salad is a light yet fulfilling dish perfect for those seeking a high-protein, low-carb meal. Combining the rich taste of canned tuna with the creaminess of hard-boiled eggs, crunchy salad greens, and cucumber slices, this salad is elevated with the addition of black olives and a dressing of olive oil. Garnished with flaxseeds for an extra nutritional boost, this salad is seasoned perfectly with salt and pepper to taste.

🌎 International: Salad

🔥 Calories 300kcal
🍗 Protein 25g
🍚 Carbs 4g
🧈 Fat 20g

🥗 Ingredients:

canned tuna (80g)
hard-boiled egg (50g)
mixed salad greens (30g)
cucumber slices (30g)
black olives (20g)
olive oil (10g)
flaxseeds or similar seeds (5g)
salt and pepper (0g)

🍳 How to cook (1 serving):

Cooking Time: 0 minutesPreperation Time: 10 minutes

Preparation of Ingredients

Begin by draining the canned tuna and flaking it into a large mixing bowl. Next, peel and chop the hard-boiled egg into small pieces. Wash the mixed salad greens, cucumber slices, and black olives, ensuring they are clean and ready for the salad.

Assembling the Salad

To the bowl containing the tuna, add the chopped egg, salad greens, cucumber slices, and black olives. Drizzle the olive oil over the salad as a dressing, then toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are well coated and mixed.

Seasoning and Serving

Season the salad with salt and pepper according to your taste. For a final touch, sprinkle the flaxseeds over the top for garnish. Serve the salad immediately for the best texture and flavors.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This Tuna and Egg Salad is an excellent source of high-quality protein, with approximately 25 grams per serving, making it ideal for muscle maintenance and growth. It is also low in carbohydrates at approximately 4 grams, facilitating a low-carb diet for those managing their carbohydrate intake. The salad contains healthy fats, primarily from the olive oil and flaxseeds, contributing to heart health.