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Mediterranean Tuna Salad

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This Mediterranean tuna salad transforms simple pantry staples into a high protein meal ready in 10 minutes! With crunchy vegetables, briny capers, and tangy Dijon mustard, it’s the perfect quick lunch or light dinner that fits into a Mediterranean diet lifestyle. As busy home cooks, we’re constantly searching for those recipes that require minimal effort and deliver maximum flavor. Here’s one that’s the perfect example: this Mediterranean tuna salad! The first time we whipped this up, we were surprised at how a few simple ingredients could create something so vibrant and satisfying – crunchy vegetables, briny capers, and tangy Dijon mustard transform ordinary canned tuna into something extraordinary. We love this one scooped onto crackers for a quick desk lunch or served over fresh greens with pita bread and olives for a light summer dinner on the patio. Tips for this Mediterranean tuna salad This Mediterranean tuna salad combines quick and easy canned tuna with Mediterran...

20 High Protein Lunch Ideas

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Keep your day going with these high protein lunch ideas made from healthy whole food protein sources! From fresh salads to hearty sandwiches, these recipes will keep you satisfied all afternoon long. Need some midday meal inspiration that will keep you energized until dinner? As cookbook authors and recipe experts, we love finding protein-rich lunch recipes to combat that afternoon slump while delighting your taste buds. Alex and I have created this list of favorite high protein lunch ideas that will keep you full until dinner, from hearty grain bowls to satisfying wraps, fresh salads, and creative sandwiches! We’ve also referenced some eye-opening nutritional guidance from the Mayo Clinic regarding optimal protein consumption. What is a high protein lunch? According to Mayo Clinic  research, the ideal protein intake is 15–30 grams of protein at each meal. Interestingly,  more is not better . Studies show eating more than 40 grams in one sitting is no more benefic...