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Citrus and Herb Quinoa Salad with Tuna

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A fresh and vibrant quinoa salad combining citrus, herbs, and tuna for a light, nutritious meal.

Ingredients

Grains

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth

Seafood

  • 2 x 5 oz cans Genova Yellowfin Tuna, drained

Vegetables

  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced zucchini, cut into quarters
  • 1 shallot thinly sliced shallot

Nuts & Zest

  • 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds
  • Zest of one lemon lemon zest

Dressing & Herbs

  • 1 lemon lemon, zester and juiced
  • 2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 TBSP chopped fresh dill
  • 1 TBSP chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 TBSP chopped fresh basil
  • 1 TBSP chopped fresh oregano
  • 2 TBSP water
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • Cracked black pepper cracked black pepper

Instructions 

  • Rinse the quinoa and toast it in a saucepan for 2 minutes.
  • Add vegetable broth, simmer for 15 minutes, then fluff and cool.
  • Whisk dressing ingredients together and set aside.
  • Mix cooled quinoa with tuna, zucchini, shallot, almonds, lemon zest, and dressing. Toss gently.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and fresh herbs.

Notes

For extra flavor, add more herbs or a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: citrus, Quinoa, Tuna