Tuna & Chickpea Salad, Meal Prep Friendly & Gut Healthy!

Serves

Prep Time

10 min

Total Time

10 min

Lunch

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This Easy Mashed Chickpea Salad is a high-protein, no-cook meal that‚‘s perfect for lunch, meal prep, or a quick weeknight dinner. With creamy chickpeas, hearty tuna, zesty lemon, and savory nori flakes, this gut-friendly recipe is packed with flavor and ready in under 15 minutes!

Ingredients

½ cup drained julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 large shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (15-oz) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
6 cups vegetable broth
1 small bunch Tuscan kale, stemmed and roughly chopped (about 3½ packed cups)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons whipped light cream cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, plus small leaves for garnish

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Directions

🥣 In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil and butter. Add shallot and sauté for 2–3 minutes until translucent. Add garlic, tomato paste, and sun-dried tomatoes.
Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in chickpeas and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Add kale and simmer for 5–8 more minutes until tender.
Stir in cream cheese and Greek yogurt until melted and combined. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan and chopped basil.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve garnished with basil leaves and a sprinkle of cheese.