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Summer Tuna Salad With A Mediterranean Twist!

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Here’s a unique and vibrant twist on the classic tuna salad recipe we shared with you previously.  This simple twist turns it into a Mediterranean-inspired dish with in--your-face flavors and textures! Are you ready for the twist? Mediterranean Quinoa Tuna Salad Ingredients - 2 large cans of tuna in spring water, drained - 1/2 cup quinoa - 1/2 teaspoon vegetable stock - 1 cup cubed and roasted butternut squash - 3/4 cup peeled roasted sweet potato - 1/2 large cucumber, diced - 1/2 cup baby spinach - 1/2 cup thawed frozen peas - 1/4 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained (for added protein) - 1/4 cup crumbled low-fat feta cheese - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (swap for mayo for additional creaminess) - A few sprigs of fresh dill or parsley (optional) - 4 tablespoons lemon juice - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika - Salt and pepper to taste - Optional: A handful of olives, halved Preparation 1. Cook the Quinoa    Rinse the quinoa and place it in a saucepan with 1 cup of water and the veg...