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High Protein Salad

Ingredients:

  • 1 tin of tuna (in water or olive oil, drained)
  • 1/2 avocado (sliced)
  • Handful of cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • Handful of olives (black or green, pitted and sliced)
  • 1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
  • Handful of chopped cucumber

Dressing:

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Splash of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
  • Splash of red wine vinegar
  • Squeeze of lemon juice
  • Capers (to taste)
  • Chili flakes (optional, to taste)
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Salad:
    • In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, sliced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, red onion, and chopped cucumber.
  2. Make the Dressing:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, capers, and chili flakes (if you like a little spice).
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Toss and Serve:
    • Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is well coated.
  4. Serve:
    • Enjoy immediately as a refreshing, filling, and healthy salad!

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