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Amazing Tuna and White Bean Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and protein-packed Tuna and White Bean Salad combining flaky tuna, creamy cannellini beans, and a zesty lemon-oregano vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this salad is easy to prepare and full of vibrant flavors.

Ingredients

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Salad

  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in olive oil, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Vinaigrette

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Flake the Tuna: In a large bowl, use a fork to gently flake the drained tuna into smaller pieces to ensure even distribution throughout the salad.
  2. Add Beans and Vegetables: Add the rinsed and drained cannellini beans, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley to the bowl containing the flaked tuna.
  3. Prepare Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, and dried oregano until well combined to create a flavorful dressing.
  4. Toss Salad: Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the tuna and bean mixture, then gently toss all ingredients together until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Season: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preferences and toss again briefly to incorporate seasoning.
  6. Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest flavor, or cover and refrigerate to chill and allow the flavors to meld before serving later.

Notes

  • Use good quality canned tuna packed in olive oil for best flavor and texture.
  • Rinsing and draining the beans reduces excess sodium and improves salad texture.
  • You can customize with other fresh herbs like basil or cilantro if preferred.
  • This salad is great served on a bed of greens or with crusty bread.
  • Chilling the salad for 30 minutes enhances the combined flavors.

Keywords: tuna salad, white bean salad, healthy lunch, Mediterranean salad, quick salad, no-cook recipe, cannellini beans, tuna in olive oil, lemon vinaigrette

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