Tuna and Olives Spinach Salad
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Indulge in a flavorful and health-conscious meal with our MIND Diet recipe for tuna and olives spinach salad! Impress yourself and your family with this refreshing and nutrient-packed dish that embodies the essence of the MIND Diet. Learn how to create a vibrant salad featuring nourishing ingredients like protein-rich tuna, briny olives, and nutrient-dense spinach.
Elevate your lunch or dinner with this easy-to-follow recipe that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also supports your cognitive health. Try our MIND Diet meal recipe for a delicious way to nourish both body and mind.
Serves: 2
Prep time: 15 minutes
MIND Points: 1 Fsh, 1 LG, 1 EVOO, 1 OV, 1 Nut
Ingredients:
1 6-ounce can yellowfin tuna, strained (or sub 4 ounces salmon)
2 cups spinach, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon or 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup green or kalamata olives
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
2 tablespoons almonds
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
Optional: 2 tablespoons light feta cheese, 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley
Directions
In a salad bowl combine the tuna and chopped spinach. Top with olive oil and lemon juice and lightly mix together.
Add olives, tomatoes and additional toppings if using such as nuts/seeds, light feta cheese, and fresh herbs.
Serve with crusty whole grain bread, crackers, or cup of soup.
