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Healthy Tuna and White Bean Salad in a bowl with fresh ingredients

Tuna and White Bean Salad

A quick and healthy salad made with tuna, white beans, and fresh ingredients, perfect for meal prep or a light lunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cans (5 ounce) cans tuna in olive oil, drained Make sure to drain well to avoid a greasy salad.
  • 1 can (15 ounce) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained Rinse to remove canning liquid.
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion Chop small for better flavor distribution.
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Can be swapped for basil or cilantro.
For the vinaigrette
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Add more for brightness if desired.
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Use good quality for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste Add after combining to control flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork.
  2. Add the rinsed and drained cannellini beans, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the tuna.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, and dried oregano to create the vinaigrette.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette over the tuna and bean mixture.
  5. Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

Put the salad in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge. It stays good for 2 to 3 days. If you make it ahead, wait to add salt until after chilling as the beans absorb the dressing over time.