Best 9 Tuna Veggie Quinoa Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a healthy and delicious recipe for tuna veggie quinoa salad? Look no further! This colorful and flavorful salad is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, making it the perfect meal for a healthy lunch or dinner. With a base of quinoa, tuna, and a variety of fresh vegetables, this salad is sure to satisfy your appetite and leave you feeling energized and satisfied. So gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

QUINOA SALAD WITH SEARED TUNA



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Quinoa is one of our favorite whole-grains because it is gluten-free, loaded with protein and contains all of the essential amino acids. In this recipe, we've paired the quinoa with quickly seared tuna steaks for a delicious main-dish salad that's ready in under an hour.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Tuna Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 17

12 ounces fresh or frozen tuna steaks
1 ½ cups quinoa
3 cups water
¼ teaspoon salt
1 large tomato, chopped
1 cup cucumber, seeded and chopped
½ cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
¼ cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon snipped fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Nonstick cooking spray
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Fresh oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Thaw tuna steaks, if frozen. Rinse quinoa well in a fine mesh sieve. Bring water and 1/4 teaspoon salt to boiling. Add quinoa; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 minutes or until most of the water is absorbed and quinoa is tender. Drain, if necessary. Spread on a baking sheet to cool slightly.
  • On a serving platter, combine quinoa, tomato, cucumber, feta cheese and red onion.
  • In a screw-top jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, 1/2 teaspoon oregano and pepper. Cover and shake well to combine. Add to quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  • Lightly coat a grill pan or large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle tuna steaks with 1/8 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Cook on grill pan over medium-high heat 4 to 6 minutes per 1/2-inch thickness of fish, turning once or until browned on both sides and fish begins to flake when tested with a fork and center is just pink. Thinly slice tuna steaks and serve atop salad. Garnish with fresh oregano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 24.9 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 331.9 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

TUNA QUINOA SALAD



Tuna Quinoa Salad image

Tuna Quinoa Salad - A light and healthy meal packed with protein. Quinoa, tuna and an array of mixed veggies are tossed in a brightly flavored, simple dressing.

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Lunch     Salad     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/3 cup olive oil (regular or extra virgin)
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic
2 teaspoon sugar (or honey)
1 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
3/4 cup quinoa (dried)
6 ounce tuna (drained (2 cans))
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 medium cucumber (chopped)
1/2 red onion (diced)
15 ounce chickpeas ((1 can) drained and rinsed)
1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)

Steps:

  • Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Allow it to cool down fully in the fridge.
  • Whisk the dressing ingredients in a bowl or mixing cup and set aside.
  • Add the cooled quinoa and remaining salad ingredients to a large mixing bowl. Pour the prepared dressing into the bowl and toss everything well. Taste for seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Sodium 415 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

QUINOA TUNA SALAD



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Quinoa Tuna Salad is very light, healthy and very refreshing all at the same time. It's made with red onion, bell peppers, cucumbers, olives, canned tuna and quinoa with a splash of lemon and extra-virgin olive oil to give it more flavor. Perfect salad to make all year long!

Provided by 2 sisters recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1+ 1/2 cups Quinoa
3 cups water
2 cans of Tuna in olive oil
1 lemon- juiced
1/3 red onion - diced
2 small bell peppers (I used 1 yellow, 1 red)- chopped
1/2 cucumber - diced
1 small can pitted black olives- chopped
2 to 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
fresh basil to garnish

Steps:

  • Place quinoa and water in a 2-quart sauce pot. Bring to boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat and simmer until all liquid is absorbed, about 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Set aside to cool completely. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • In the meantime, open cans of tuna and drain the oil. Transfer tuna to a small bowl. Add lemon juice, red onion, bell peppers, olives and diced cucumber. Toss lightly to combine.
  • When quinoa is completely cooled, add in the tuna mixture. Pour in some olive oil and mix with a spoon to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Transfer salad to a serving bowl. Cover with clear wrap and chill for one hour before serving. Garnish with fresh basil at the top.
  • Serves 4 to 6

QUINOA VEGETABLE SALAD



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This is a wonderful dish--light and very tasty! My four kids (ages 2-7) ate it up and asked for more!

Provided by JANELLECOLE

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 teaspoon canola oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ cup diced (yellow or purple) onion
2 ½ cups water
2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups quinoa
¾ cup diced fresh tomato
¾ cup diced carrots
½ cup diced yellow bell pepper
½ cup diced cucumber
½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
¼ cup diced red onion
1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat the canola oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir the garlic and 1/4 cup onion in the hot oil until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in the water, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and bring to a boil; stir the quinoa into the mixture, reduce heat to medium-low, and cover. Simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes. Drain any remaining water from the quinoa with a mesh strainer and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Refrigerate until cold.
  • Stir the tomato, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, corn, and 1/4 cup red onion into the chilled quinoa. Season with cilantro, mint, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad; gently stir until evenly mixed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 592.1 mg, Sugar 2 g

QUINOA VEGGIE SALAD WITH ZESTY VINAIGRETTE



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Quinoa with various veggies and a zesty (and easy) vinaigrette that makes a wonderful salad dressing for any salad. I used one English cucumber instead of 2 normal cucumbers because we prefer the taste. Cook the quinoa with the water as you would normal rice (works in a rice cooker as well).

Provided by Randy Finger

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups quinoa
4 cups water
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 cup canola oil
2 cucumbers, peeled and chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ red onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black olives, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Scrape the cooked quinoa into a large bowl and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour.
  • Place the vinegar, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and mustard into a blender. Drizzle in the oil while blending at high speed until the dressing is thick.
  • Add the cucumbers, bell pepper, red onion, tomato, and olives to the bowl with the quinoa. Pour the dressing overtop and gently fold until evenly mixed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 370.9 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

TUNA, AVOCADO & QUINOA SALAD



Tuna, avocado & quinoa salad image

A high protein meal with healthy fats from the avocado. This is the perfect salad to revive you after a morning workout and keep you going 'til lunch

Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

100g quinoa
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
juice 1 lemon
½ tbsp white wine vinegar
120g can tuna, drained
1 avocado, stoned, peeled and cut into chunks
200g cherry tomatoes on the vine, halved
50g feta, crumbled
50g baby spinach
2 tbsp mixed seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Rinse the quinoa under cold water. Tip into a saucepan, cover with water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 mins until the grains have swollen but still have some bite. Drain, then transfer to a bowl to cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, in a jug, combine the oil, lemon juice and vinegar with some seasoning.
  • Once the quinoa has cooled, mix with the dressing and all the remaining ingredients and season. Divide between plates or lunchboxes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663 calories, Fat 44 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

TUNA, VEGGIE & QUINOA SALAD



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A simple salad, but full of healthy ingredients. I love this perpared pilaf style (i.e. no dressing), but my hubby prefers it with the dressing. You can switch up the ingredients, too (I do quite often depending on what I have on hand!)

Provided by velorutionista

Categories     Grains

Time 17m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained
2 cups water
12 ounces tuna in water, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup cooked corn kernel (frozen will work, just defrost first)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh herb (like parsley, cilantro, mint)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 orange, zest of
4 -6 tablespoons fresh squeezed orange juice
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Combine quinoa & water in a saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. Bring to a boil over medium high flame, then reduce flame to low and cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, till water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, 12-15 minutes.
  • Combine tuna, beans, corn, bell pepper, and herbs in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, zest, orange juice, and salt and pepper till smooth.
  • When quinoa is done cooking, let cool a few minutes, then combine with veggies in bowl. Drizzle with dressing (if using), stir to mix. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.8, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 25, Sodium 231.2, Carbohydrate 44, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 1.7, Protein 24.5

CREAMY VEGGIE TUNA PASTA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamy Veggie Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: lemon, lemon, small red onion, small yellow bell pepper, small red bell pepper, celery stalks, carrots, solid white canned tuna in water, dried farfalle pasta, celery, whole cumin seeds, ground turmeric, white vinegar, dijon mustard, Hellmann's® Mayonnaise, kosher salt, red pepper flakes, freshly ground black pepper, large fresh basil leaves, fresh chives, reserved carrot tops and stem

Provided by Hellmann's

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 lemon, zested
1 lemon, juiced
½ small red onion, diced
1 small yellow bell pepper
1 small red bell pepper
3 celery stalks, diced
2 carrots, grated, tops reserved for dressing
12 oz solid white canned tuna in water, drained
8 oz dried farfalle pasta, cooked acording to package instructions
¼ cup celery, finely chopped
½ teaspoon whole cumin seeds, lightly toasted
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
2 ½ tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
⅓ cup Hellmann's® Mayonnaise
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 large fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh chives, finely chopped
reserved carrot tops and stem, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, and red onion. Let pickle for about 15 minutes.
  • Remove the stems from the yellow and red bell peppers. Cut off the sides of the peppers, keeping the seeds and tops intact in the centers, then slice into strips and dice into small pieces. Transfer the bell peppers to the bowl with the pickled onion, along with the diced celery, grated carrots, tuna, and pasta. Toss to combine.
  • Make the herb mayo dressing: In a small bowl, combine the cumin seeds, turmeric, white vinegar, Dijon mustard, Hellmann's® Mayonnaise, salt, red pepper flakes, black pepper, basil, chives, and carrot tops. Whisk until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until well coated.
  • Garnish with the celery leaves and serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 18 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 8 grams

ROASTED VEGGIE QUINOA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Roasted Veggie Quinoa Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: zucchini, sweet potato, cherry tomato, red onion, corn, lemon, olive oil, garlic salt, pepper, quinoa, apple cider vinegar, fresh parsley

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup zucchini, cubed
½ cup sweet potato, cubed
1 cup cherry tomato, halved
½ red onion, diced
½ cup corn, fresh or canned
½ lemon, for juice
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon garlic salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
4 cups quinoa, cooked
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Add the zucchini, sweet potato, tomatoes, onion, and corn to the baking sheet.
  • Drizzle with the lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of olive oil, then season with garlic salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly, keeping the vegetables separate on the pan.
  • Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until fork tender.
  • Transfer the roasted vegetables to a large bowl, and add the quinoa. Toss well.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and apple cider vinegar. Pour over the veggies and quinoa, and toss to coat.
  • Garnish with parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 793 calories, Carbohydrate 120 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. If possible, buy organic vegetables and fruits.
  • Cook the quinoa perfectly: Quinoa is a delicate grain, so it's important to cook it correctly. Follow the instructions on the package or use a rice cooker to ensure that the quinoa is cooked evenly and fluffed.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add to your salad, the more nutritious and flavorful it will be. Some good options include cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A light dressing is all you need to enhance the flavors of the salad. Too much dressing will overwhelm the other ingredients.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Quinoa salad is best served immediately after it's made. The quinoa will start to absorb the dressing and become soggy if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Tuna veggie quinoa salad is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's also low in calories. This salad is also very versatile, so you can easily customize it to your liking. Try adding different vegetables, fruits, or herbs. You can also use different types of fish, such as salmon or cod. With so many possibilities, you're sure to find a tuna veggie quinoa salad that you love.

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