Description
Meal Prep Tuna Chickpea Bowls are a colorful, nutritious delight that combines tender tuna, protein-packed chickpeas, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for busy days or meal prepping, these bowls offer a quick and satisfying meal option. Each bite is bursting with flavor, making healthy eating enjoyable and effortless. Customize your bowl with your favorite veggies and enjoy a delicious balance of taste and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (5 oz) can solid white albacore tuna
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy accessibility.
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas and tuna under cold water to reduce saltiness.
- Dice cherry tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces; thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, mix together the drained tuna, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and herbs.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper before drizzling it over the mixture and tossing gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or avocados for extra creaminess. For a kick of flavor, consider adding spices such as cumin or chili powder. To maintain freshness, store the dressing separately until serving.