Tuna & Chickpea Waldorf Salad
Tuna & Chickpea Waldorf Salad
Serves 4
Ingredients
- ½ avocado, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 can 400g chickpea, drained
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 apple, cored and diced
- 1 cup grapes, halved
- ½ red onion, diced
- ½ cup parsley, chopped
- ½ cup walnuts, chopped
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 can 95g tuna, drained
Method
Place avocado, vinegar, mustard, olive oil, sat, pepper and water into a blender to make dressing. Blend until smooth. Combine all other ingredients into a large bowl, except tuna, and toss to combine. Divide into bowls, top with a small amount of tuna and dress well with dressing.
Benefits
This recipe is a nutrient-dense option for a sugar detox, combining high-quality proteins, healthy fats, and fiber to stabilize blood sugar levels and support energy.
The tuna and chickpeas provide lean protein and essential amino acids, while the walnuts and olive oil offer omega-3 fatty acids for brain and heart health.
Avocado and olive oil add monounsaturated fats, which promote satiety and reduce inflammation. The apple, grapes, and baby spinach deliver antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber, aiding digestion and detoxification.
Celery, red onion, and parsley enhance the recipe with phytonutrients and additional fiber.
Nutritional value Per serve
- Cal 402
- Fat 20g
- Carbs 41g
- Fiber 12g
- Protein 20g