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A nutritious Buddha bowl featuring tuna, chickpeas, vegetables, and poached eggs.
Stovetop~20 minComplexity

Chickpea Tuna Salad

This Chickpea Tuna Salad delivers 28g protein and 317 calories per serving — a plant-forward option that doesn't sacrifice protein despite being meat-light. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, making it valuable for meal-prep variety and budget efficiency. Built for lifters who want nutrient-dense carbs from legumes while staying under calorie targets.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Yellow Onion(120g)
  • Beans, Chickpeas, Canned, Drained
  • Tomato, Cherry
  • Cucumber
  • Bell Pepper
  • Canned Tuna(340g)
  • Arugula(720g)
  • Parsley, Fresh(60g)
  • Cheese, Feta, Crumbled(60g)
  • Lemon Juice, Fresh(60g)
  • Olive oil(45g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Garlic(10g)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Dice the onion and submerge in a bowl of cold water for 5–10 minutes to soften its bite while you prep remaining ingredients.
  2. 2Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces, mince the fresh garlic, and roughly chop the parsley.
  3. 3In a small bowl or mason jar, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper until combined (or seal the jar and shake vigorously for 30 seconds).
  4. 4Drain the canned chickpeas and tuna thoroughly, then flake the tuna with a fork into large pieces.
  5. 5Drain the soaked onion and add it to a large mixing bowl along with the chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, flaked tuna, and arugula.
  6. 6Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are coated, about 1–2 minutes.
  7. 7Divide the salad evenly into 4 airtight containers while at room temperature, then top each portion with crumbled feta and fresh parsley.
  8. 8Refrigerate until ready to eat; the salad keeps for up to 3 days.

Nutrition — Per Serving

317

calories

28g

protein

18g

fat

Carbohydrates
13g
Saturated fat
4.4g
Sodium
550 mg
Dietary fiber
4.0g

4 servings per batch · ~354g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Chickpea Tuna Salad have per serving?

Each serving provides 28g of protein and 317 calories, with 18g fat and 13g carbs per serving. This plant-animal protein blend delivers moderate protein in a light calorie package.

How long does Chickpea Tuna Salad take to prep?

This recipe qualifies as quick prep and produces 4 servings from a single session, making it an efficient option for batch-preparing multiple lunches.

Is Chickpea Tuna Salad good for fat loss?

At 317 calories per serving with 28g protein, this salad works well for fat loss phases where you need sustained energy from plant and animal proteins. The balanced macros prevent excessive fat intake while supporting muscle preservation during a deficit.

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