TUNA SALAD

You will need:

The following Ingredients:

- 1 cup cooked brown rice, cooled

- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained

- 1/4 cup reduced-oil mayonnaise

- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped

- 1 cup cherry or large tomatoes, diced

- 1/2 cucumber, diced

- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

- 1 ripe avocado, diced

- 1/4 cup peppadews, chopped

- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

- Juice of 1 lemon

-handful olives (optional)

- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dressing:

   - In a small bowl, mix together the reduced-oil mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

2. Combine Ingredients:

   - In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cooked brown rice, red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, avocado, and peppadews.

3. Mix the Salad:

   - Pour the dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.

4. Adjust Seasoning:

   - Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

5. Garnish and Serve: (optional)

   - Sprinkle the chopped parsley and olives over the salad for a fresh touch. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to a few hours to let the flavors meld.