Layered Greek Salad with Tuna – A Fresh, Flavor-Packed Meal Prep Winner

Why I love this recipe

Inspired by classic Mediterranean ingredients and designed for modern convenience, this layered-greek-salad-with-tuna is one of my favorite ways to bring bold flavors into meal prep. It’s layered with orzo, chickpeas, crisp romaine, and tangy feta, all topped off with a zippy vinaigrette and silky Italian tuna packed in oil.

If you’re looking for a lunch that actually excites you, keep reading.

🥗 Why this recipe works

This salad isn’t just photogenic—it’s balanced, bold, and deeply satisfying.

• Meal prep perfection: Layering ingredients in mason jars keeps everything crisp and fresh.

• Full of flavor: Between the chive vinaigrette, lemony orzo, and creamy feta, every bite sings.

• Make-ahead magic: Assemble once, enjoy all week.

Whether you’re working from home or packing lunch for the office, this recipe is a game-changer.

The ingredients

We’re leaning into the Mediterranean pantry staples here—feta, olives, parsley, oregano, and that gorgeous Italian tuna. The vinaigrette alone is something I could eat with a spoon (and occasionally do).

You’ll layer:

• A chickpea-tomato mixture

• Herbed orzo with lemon and cucumber

• Fresh chopped romaine

• Italian tuna, feta, and Greek olives

All topped with a bright chive vinaigrette that brings it all together.

🐟 About the tuna

Let’s talk tuna for a second.

This isn’t your basic canned tuna. I recommend using Italian tuna packed in olive oil—the kind that comes in a jar or high-quality tin. It’s richer, more flavorful, and makes this salad feel just a bit indulgent (in the best way).

If you have a favorite brand, use it! If not, look for one labeled ventresca or line-caught. The flavor really makes a difference.

💡 Tips, swaps & variations

• Want to switch up the grains? Quinoa, farro, or even couscous would be great stand-ins for orzo.

• Vegetarian option: Swap the tuna for roasted chickpeas or marinated artichoke hearts.

• For extra crunch: Add toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds before serving.

And if you’re serving these to guests, layer the salads in clear glasses or mini trifle bowls for a show-stopping presentation.

🧂 A final note

You’ll find the full recipe below, but once you make this a few times, you won’t need to look it up. It’s flexible, reliable, and totally delicious.

Whether you’re prepping for the week or planning a picnic, this salad will never let you down.

Enjoy!