Tuna White Bean Salad
Recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod
A quick and healthy Tuna White Bean Salad made with creamy cannellini beans, flaky albacore tuna, cucumber, red onion, capers, and fresh herbs tossed in a bright lemon Dijon vinaigrette. This easy Mediterranean-inspired salad is perfect for lunch, meal prep, or a light dinner.
Servings: 4
Calories: 288kcal
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 5 oz cans solid white albacore tuna in water, drained
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
For the dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the white beans and tuna. Gently break up the tuna into large flakes.
- Add the cucumber, red onion, capers, parsley, and dill.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine. Taste and season with additional kosher salt and black pepper, as needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days. Enjoy on its own, with crackers, or over greens.
Notes
- Use solid white albacore tuna in water for the best flavor and texture.
- Drain both the tuna and beans well to prevent a watery salad.
- Gently flake the tuna so the salad keeps a nice texture.
- Salad can be made up to 2 days in advance; store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Serve on its own, with crackers, on toasted bread, or over greens.
- Add extra lemon juice or a drizzle of olive oil before serving if the salad tastes a bit dry.
- Feel free to customize with cherry tomatoes, avocado, olives, arugula, or feta for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 393mg | Potassium: 724mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 209IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 4mg