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Tuna and White Bean Salad

Tuna and White Bean Salad: Quick & Zesty Healthy Delight

This Tuna and White Bean Salad is a quick and nutritious meal packed with flavor, making it a great choice for lunch or a light dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Tuna opt for tuna packed in olive oil for better flavor
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans rinse well for best texture
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion can be omitted for a gentler taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley can substitute with cilantro or basil
For the Vinaigrette
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice essential for brightness and acidity
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil high-quality olive oil is recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard adjust to taste preference
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or other dried herbs like thyme or basil
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper adjust to liking after mixing

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cup
  • Can Opener

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Open and drain the tuna; rinse the cannellini beans well under cold water.
  2. Flake the tuna into a mixing bowl and gently combine it with the rinsed cannellini beans, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine fresh lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and dried oregano. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette over the tuna and bean mixture and gently toss to coat.
  5. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  6. Serve immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Garnish with additional parsley for extra freshness. Optional ingredients like diced celery or peppers can be added for more texture.

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