Santomean Tuna Salad
Santomean Tuna Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that originates from the cuisine of São Tomé and Príncipe, an island nation off the western coast of Central Africa. This salad is perfect for a light and healthy meal, and it's easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 2 cans of tuna, drained
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the tuna, red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, green bell pepper, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl
Tools
Whisk Sharp knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Santomean Tuna Salad on a bed of fresh greens or with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For added flavor, you can also add a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of paprika to the salad.
Cost
$10