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Easy White Bean Tuna Salad

Easy White Bean Tuna Salad

This bright, protein-packed salad pairs flaky tuna with creamy white beans, lemon, and herbs. It comes together fast for lunch or meal prep.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 10 oz canned tuna, drained about two 5-oz cans
  • 1.5 cup cooked cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 0.75 cup chopped celery
  • 0.25 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1.5 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp capers, drained
  • 0.5 tsp minced garlic
  • 0.75 tsp kosher salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Rinse and drain the white beans. Drain the tuna very well.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
  • Add beans, tuna, celery, red onion, parsley, and capers to a large mixing bowl.
  • Pour in the dressing and gently fold to combine without smashing the beans.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon, salt, or pepper as needed.
  • Serve right away or chill 10 minutes. Spoon over greens, toast, or crackers.

Notes

Try swapping cannellini beans with chickpeas, add chopped cucumbers or olives, or finish with lemon zest. For meal prep, refrigerate in a sealed container up to 3 days; add greens just before serving.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy White Bean Tuna Salad flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.