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Tuna Rice Bowl (Easy Mediterranean Recipe in 20 Minutes)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 450
A quick and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired tuna rice bowl perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients

Rice

  • 2 cups cooked rice (at room temperature)
  • 2 cans tuna (approx. 5 oz (140 g) each, drained)
  • 0.33 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon tahini (or mayonnaise)
  • 0.5 lemon lemon (zest and juice)
  • 2 tablespoons parsley (plus 1 tsp dried oregano (optional))
  • 1 small clove garlic (grated)
  • 1.5 cups fresh vegetables
  • 0.5 cup jarred vegetables (choose from olives, roasted bell peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts)
  • 1 pinch optional toppings (sesame seeds, pickled onions, toasted nuts, or za'atar)

Instructions 

  • Mix cooked rice with salt, oregano, and lemon zest; drizzle with olive oil if desired, then divide into bowls.
  • Combine tuna, yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, parsley, and garlic to make the tuna mixture.
  • Arrange fresh and jarred vegetables around the rice, then top with the tuna mixture. Garnish with seeds, za'atar, or crunchy toppings.

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings and vegetables for variety.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Healthy, rice, Tuna