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White Bean Tuna Salad: Bright, Protein Packed

White Bean and Tuna Salad: A Bright, Protein‑Rich Mediterranean Bite


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  • Author: marie
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A bright Mediterranean salad with creamy beans, flaky tuna, briny capers, and zesty lemon, topped with a Dijon‑olive oil vinaigrette.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked white beans, drained
  • 1 tin tuna in olive oil, drained
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 2 tbsp capers, rinsed
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Strain and rinse the white beans, tossing them into a large bowl.
  2. Slice the red onion thinly, then soak briefly in vinegar.
  3. Whisk olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper until glossy.
  4. Fold the beans into the vinaigrette, then add tuna, capers, parsley, and onion.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 48 hours; re‑squeeze with fresh lemon before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Toss
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired