Description
Warm up your chilly days with this Healthy Winter Rice and Tuna Salad, a vibrant mix of tender brown rice, protein-rich tuna, and crunchy vegetables. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also customizable based on your pantry staples. Perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep, it’s a delicious way to enjoy nutritious ingredients together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed red and yellow)
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the brown rice according to package instructions (about 30-40 minutes). Allow it to cool.
- While the rice cooks, dice the bell peppers and cucumber, and slice the red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled brown rice, drained tuna, chopped veggies, and dressing. Mix thoroughly.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg