Cannellini With Tuna Recipe

This vibrant Cannellini Bean and Tuna Salad is the perfect light and refreshing summer meal! Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe combines creamy cannellini beans, succulent tuna, and a burst of fresh flavors. It's a quick, healthy, and satisfying dish ideal for a weeknight dinner or a delightful lunch. Easily customizable with additions like red onion and cherry tomatoes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 441.5 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cannellini With Tuna

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How to Make Cannellini With Tuna

  1. Drain and rinse one 15-ounce can of cannellini beans.
  2. In a medium bowl, gently flake one 5-ounce can of tuna in olive oil (reserve 1 tablespoon of olive oil from the can).
  3. Add the drained cannellini beans to the bowl with the tuna.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  5. Drizzle with the reserved 1 tablespoon of olive oil and gently combine all ingredients.
  6. For extra flavor, finely chop 1/4 cup of red onion and/or 1/2 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and add to the salad.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

13g

Carbs

13g