Tomato, Tuna & Cumin Salad Made With Royal Limited Edition EVOO

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Tomato, Tuna & Cumin Salad (with Royal EVOO)

When I was in Spain this past Christmas, I had what we call at home a “tuna salad.” At my parents’ house, a tuna salad usually means something like this: tomatoes, tuna, extra virgin olive oil… and always eaten with bread.

It’s kind of a ritual. One hand holds the fork, and the other hand holds the bread—ready to scoop, dip, or chase down every last bit of juice left on the plate. That’s just how my parents do it. Of course, you can also serve it beautifully on toast.

I loved this salad so much I couldn’t stop thinking about it. It looked simple, like something I’ve made a million times before, but somehow, it tasted completely different. I asked what the secret was, and to my surprise, the only difference was… cumin.

Cumin! I don’t know about you, but I never would’ve thought to put cumin in a tomato and tuna salad. And yet, it completely transforms the dish.

Why This Olive Oil Makes It Special

I used our Royal Limited Edition extra virgin olive oil, cold-extracted from a unique varietal grown in my hometown Cazorla. Its buttery and elegant flavor has tasting notes of tomato plant, green almond, green banana, cinnamon, and even vanilla. This is the kind of oil you want in your summer creations, because it’s not bitter or too spicy, just beautifully balanced and full of character.

Beyond flavor, authentic extra virgin olive oil is rich in antioxidants, heart-healthy fats, and anti-inflammatory compounds, making this not only a delicious salad but a genuinely nourishing one.

The Recipe

(Serves 2–3 as a tapa or 1–2 as a light lunch)

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 1 can of tuna, drained
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• Salt to taste
• Generous amount of Royal Limited Edition Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Crusty bread or toasted slices, to serve

Instructions:

1. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
2. Add the drained tuna, breaking it up gently with a fork.
3. Sprinkle with cumin and salt to taste.
4. Drizzle generously with Royal Limited Edition EVOO. Don’t be shy, the olive oil is part of the experience!
5. Mix everything gently and let it sit for a few minutes so the flavors come together.
6. Serve with crusty bread or on top of toast. Scoop, dip, enjoy.

This salad is proof that the simplest ingredients, when combined just right, can surprise you. Let me know if you try it, and if cumin wins your heart too.

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