Lazy Summers in Minnesota ~ that is exactly what this salad looks like!
Do you remember when a salad used too be that mean-spirited little bowl to the left of your dinner plate? Than one day, the salad was heaped right onto the dinner plate itself! It was the MEAL~ that’s how things stand in my house, I can’t imagine a meal without a salad. Yes that includes Break-Fast!
When my husband and I were dating the first time I made him brunch he looked at me and said “I don’t think I’ve ever had a salad for brunch before?” I said “Get use to it😂”
I love building big salads and this Provencal Tuna Salad always makes it’s appearance when I have fresh dill ready to be picked.
Chunks of tuna, olive oil, fresh lemon, onion, capers, and tomato all come together to prove that a can of tuna can become magical thing.
Please don’t forget the dill….it’s definitely what makes this salad so interesting. Feel free to add even more veggies in and experiment with your olives. I love everything about this salad and I know you will too!
What’s Plant Based Eating?
Remember friends, you do not have to vegetarian or vegan to be plant based! The term “plant-based” refers to a diet that focuses primarily on foods derived from plants, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. While a vegan diet is also plant-based, the two terms are not necessarily synonymous. Plant-based eating can include some animal products, but the emphasis is on incorporating a wide variety of plant foods into the diet.
Plant Based Options:
- Many people choose to follow a plant-based diet for various reasons, such as health benefits, environmental concerns, or ethical considerations. They may still consume small amounts of animal products, such as dairy, eggs, or occasional servings of meat or fish.
- Plant-based eating allows individuals to reap the health benefits associated with a higher intake of plant foods, such as increased fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. It can also help reduce the intake of processed foods, unhealthy fats, and added sugars commonly found in many Western diets.
In summary, being plant-based means focusing on consuming primarily plant-derived foods while still allowing for some flexibility in incorporating animal products. It is a dietary approach that can be adopted by individuals with different dietary preferences, including those who are not strictly vegan.
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Lets male a BIG SALAD FOR DINNER!
PROVENCAL TUNA SALAD
Ingredients:
- Three 6 ounce cans of water packed albacore wild plant tuna, drained
- 1 cup halved tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olive or your fave
- 3 heaping tablespoons drained capers
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 cup good quality olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- salt and freshly ground pepper
- any other veggies of choice are optional
Directions:
- Turn the drained tuna into a large bowl, and break it into chunks with a fork. Fold in tomatoes, olives, capers, red onion, other veggies of choice like carrots, celery, and fresh dill. Pour in the olive oil and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste. Toss to blend.
- If time allows, let stand at cool room temp for about an hour.
- Serve with crusty sourdough and salad greens. YUM.
Favorite summer Salad?
Are you a Mayo fan?
Do you have a favorite tuna salad recipe without mayo?
Do you eat all plants or incorporate animal products occasionally?
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