Tuna Quinoa Salad

About This Recipe

Protein, carbs, and healthy fats are packed in this Tuna Quinoa Salad to make for an easy lunch you can prepare ahead of time and eat all week long.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup dry quinoa - I used red
• 1 1/2 cup water
• 2 7 ounce cans of solid white albacore tuna packed in water, drained
• 2 green onions, chopped
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon tahini
• 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
• 1 lime juiced (2 tablespoons)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Place the quinoa and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and quinoa is soft. Drain excess water.
2. While the quinoa cooks, prepare the dressing by whisking all dressing ingredients together.
3. Place drained tuna and quinoa in a medium bowl and stir to combine. Add dressing and stir well to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Serve in cabbage cups, lettuce cups, over spinach, or anyway you prefer. Top with chopped green onions and additional lime juice.