The Portuguese love seafood. It is part of their heritage and their lifestyle and Portugal is well known for it's cod fish, as well as other types of fish. Here is a recipe that was always served either as a quick lunch, a buffet dish, or a side dish with other types of fish when I was growing up and is a staple now in my own family.

CHICK PEA AND TUNA SALAD.

1 large can of chick peas (any brand)
2 cans of tuna (flaked or solid)
1 small onion chopped
1 small bunch of fresh parsley chopped
olive oil and vinegar (any kind) to taste
salt and pepper to taste
2 hard boiled eggs sliced (optional)

Pour a can of chick peas into a small pan and heat until almost boiling. Drain the chick peas and pour them into a large bowl.
Add the tuna, chopped onion, fresh parsley, salt and pepper, oil and vinegar and toss all together gently, so you don't mash up the chick peas.
Add sliced boiled eggs to garnish if you like.

This recipe can be served hot, warm or cold.

Enjoy.

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