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Classic Tuna White Bean Salad — pantry-friendly, high protein.

This pantry-friendly and high-protein tuna white bean salad is a quick and easy meal perfect for any time. It's packed with flavor and healthy ingredients, making it a great option for a light lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • Two 5-ounce cans Canned Tuna packed in water or olive oil, drained.
  • One 15-ounce can Canned White Beans cannellini or great northern, rinsed and drained.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely diced.
  • 1 stalk Celery finely chopped.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped.
Dressing
  • 1 small Lemon for juice and zest.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • To taste Salt
  • To taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Colander

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Drain the tuna and rinse the canned white beans under cold water. Combine both in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Add the finely diced red onion, chopped celery, and fresh chopped parsley to the bowl with the tuna and beans.
Dressing and Combining
  1. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice (and zest, if desired), and Dijon mustard. Season the dressing with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  2. Pour the dressing over the tuna and bean mixture, then gently fold until all ingredients are evenly coated. Be careful not to mash the beans.
  3. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Serving
  1. Serve the salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

For best results, let the salad chill for a bit before serving to allow the flavors to deepen.