Barley And Tuna Salad With Lemon And Dill Recipe

This vibrant Barley and Tuna Salad is the perfect light and refreshing summer meal! Made with cooked barley, succulent tuna, zesty lemon, and fragrant dill, this salad is surprisingly flavorful and requires minimal cooking. Prepare the barley ahead of time, then simply combine everything for a make-ahead dish that tastes even better the next day! The dill and tuna flavors meld beautifully overnight, creating a delightful culinary experience. Perfect for Weight Watchers (Core or 3 points for Flex), this satisfying salad is a healthy and delicious choice for any occasion. Don't eat it right away though – the flavors really develop after chilling!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 178.5 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 4.9 (11 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barley And Tuna Salad With Lemon And Dill

  • 1 1/2 cups cooked barley
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • Plum Tomato
  • Cucumber
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 (5 ounce) can tuna in water, drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

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How to Make Barley And Tuna Salad With Lemon And Dill

  1. Cook 1 cup of barley according to package directions. Set aside 1 ½ cups cooked barley; reserve the rest for another meal.
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine the cooked barley, 1 (5 ounce) can tuna (drained), ½ cup chopped red onion, ½ cup chopped celery, ¼ cup chopped fresh dill, and 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (optional).
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Pour the dressing over the barley mixture and toss gently to combine.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled and enjoy! Garnish with extra dill or lemon zest (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

4g

Carbs

6g