I think I may make this today when I go home for lunch. I love canned tuna and salmon! My friends always make fun of me and say there’s nothing I can make them that will get them to eat canned salmon (or tuna for some), but there’s a reason that nutritionists all eat it – good for you and yummy!
I made this salad last night. I substituted the cucumber (which I don’t like!) with celery for a nice added crunch. I have kept my salad greens separate though, as I am planning to take this for my lunches this week. I will just add my greens each day so they don’t wilt. I can see doing this recipe in variations of using black beans or other kinds instead of chick peas. Also, cooked chicken would also be a substitute for the tuna. This recipe with variations each week is going to get me through the rest of the summer. I prep my lunches on Sundays for the work week ahead. Thanks Erin.
Tuna is one of my favorite sea fish. Your Chickpea Tuna Salad seems very delicious. I shall try this items in this weekend. Thanks Erin for this recipe.
Hi Trev, it will thin out some as it comes to room temperature, but you can always hit it with a drizzle of olive oil and extra lemon until it reaches a consistency you’re happy with. I’m glad you love the salad!
This was one of the best new recipes I have tried in a while. This is perfect for a well balanced low calorie diet. It was simple and quick to prepare and oh so refreshing to the pallet. I used fresh raw broccoli instead cucumbers and chopped baby spinach instead of arugula. I also added the zest from the lemon before squeezing for a little more tang. There are so many different combinations of ingredients which all add to the excitement of this dish. When I made it was only for my wife and myself but I am looking forward to a much bigger audience for my next attempt.
Looks very tasty! One question though…after you chill the onion in the cool water, where do you add them in at? LOL! I got all the way through the recipe and realized they were still in the water chilling out! I swapped out the arugula for baby spinach. Can’t wait to try it after letting it setup over night.
It sounds really yummy…can’t wait to try it. Just one question: you have a 5 minute cook time listed. What are you cooking. Nothing is indicated in recipe. Thanks
Oh wow, this was absolutely delicious! We have a daughter who doesn’t care for tuna, so I kept it on the side. Everyone wanted more!! Thank you for this amazing recipe.
hey girl- this is my kind of salad! So yummy!
Thank you so so much Shawnna!
Ooooh so crunchy and crisp—can’t wait to try!
This is delicious and so easy to make. I appreciate that you can easily swap out the veggies for whatever you happen to have in your fridge. Love it!!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Lori! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I think I may make this today when I go home for lunch. I love canned tuna and salmon! My friends always make fun of me and say there’s nothing I can make them that will get them to eat canned salmon (or tuna for some), but there’s a reason that nutritionists all eat it – good for you and yummy!
AGREE Meredith! I hope this hits the spot!
I made this salad last night. I substituted the cucumber (which I don’t like!) with celery for a nice added crunch. I have kept my salad greens separate though, as I am planning to take this for my lunches this week. I will just add my greens each day so they don’t wilt. I can see doing this recipe in variations of using black beans or other kinds instead of chick peas. Also, cooked chicken would also be a substitute for the tuna. This recipe with variations each week is going to get me through the rest of the summer. I prep my lunches on Sundays for the work week ahead. Thanks Erin.
Gwen, THANK YOU for sharing your modifications and this kind review. Enjoy every bite!!
Tuna is one of my favorite sea fish. Your Chickpea Tuna Salad seems very delicious. I shall try this items in this weekend. Thanks Erin for this recipe.
I hope you love it Andrea!
I never tried Chickpea Tuna Salad before but your recipe seems delicious. Gonna try once. Thanks for sharing.
My new go to healthy salad! So delicious and satisfying. All the ingredients go together perfectly!
HOORAY! I’m so glad it’s a hit, Alexis. Thanks so much for taking the time to review!
I have made this twice now, one with tuna and other with chicken. Awesome!
Only issue I had was with the dressing going a little thick in the fridge overnight, any suggestions?
Hi Trev, it will thin out some as it comes to room temperature, but you can always hit it with a drizzle of olive oil and extra lemon until it reaches a consistency you’re happy with. I’m glad you love the salad!
This is a perfect summertime lunch!
I’m glad you enjoyed it, Marjorie! Thanks for taking the time to share this review!
This was one of the best new recipes I have tried in a while. This is perfect for a well balanced low calorie diet. It was simple and quick to prepare and oh so refreshing to the pallet. I used fresh raw broccoli instead cucumbers and chopped baby spinach instead of arugula. I also added the zest from the lemon before squeezing for a little more tang. There are so many different combinations of ingredients which all add to the excitement of this dish. When I made it was only for my wife and myself but I am looking forward to a much bigger audience for my next attempt.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Max! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Looks very tasty! One question though…after you chill the onion in the cool water, where do you add them in at? LOL! I got all the way through the recipe and realized they were still in the water chilling out! I swapped out the arugula for baby spinach. Can’t wait to try it after letting it setup over night.
Thanks for pointing this out, John! You’ll add the onions in Step 2. I hope you enjoy the recipe!
It sounds really yummy…can’t wait to try it. Just one question: you have a 5 minute cook time listed. What are you cooking. Nothing is indicated in recipe. Thanks
Hi Jill! Nothing needs to be cooked for the recipe. I apologize for any confusion. I hope you enjoy the recipe if you try it!
This salad was the first one I’ve actually tried making at home and it was amazing. I’ll definitely be making it again.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Afia! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Oh wow, this was absolutely delicious! We have a daughter who doesn’t care for tuna, so I kept it on the side. Everyone wanted more!! Thank you for this amazing recipe.
Hi Virginia! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
This was easy, delicious and colorful! I added some white balsamic vinegar and used ricotta salata instead of the feta b/c it was what I had on hand.
Hi Karen! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
This was AMAZING …. Yum yum
Hi Sherry! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
really delicious! nothing i would change.
Hi Ella! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Light easy and delicious!! My son loved it too!!
Hi Nora! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Fresh and tasty. We loved this as a light dinner on baked tostadas.
So happy to hear, thank you Emily!
Outstanding! Can’t wait to make again !
Great to hear! Thank you Christine!