Tuscan White Bean Salad Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful Tuscan White Bean Salad recipe, inspired by the Seattle Times and perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a light lunch. This easy-to-make salad combines creamy cannellini beans, hearts of artichoke, savory tuna, sweet sun-dried tomatoes, briny olives, and fresh parsley, all tossed in a zesty pesto-balsamic vinaigrette. Get ready for a taste of Tuscany in just minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 321.5 kcal
Protein 54g
Rating 3.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tuscan White Bean Salad

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How to Make Tuscan White Bean Salad

  1. Drain and rinse one (15-ounce) can of cannellini beans.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the beans with 1 (14-ounce) can of artichoke hearts (drained), 5 ounces of tuna (packed in olive oil, drained), 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes (halved), 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved), and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pesto, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Season to taste with freshly ground black pepper. Optional: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

8g

Carbs

10g