Giada De Laurentiis White Bean and Tuna Salad
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly simple, Giada De Laurentiis' White Bean and Tuna Salad is a Mediterranean-inspired delight perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. This no-cook recipe combines hearty cannellini beans and tender solid white albacore tuna with juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty red onion, and a pop of fresh parsley. A tangy lemon and extra-virgin olive oil dressing ties everything together, enhancing the natural flavors of the ingredients. Serve it over peppery arugula for an elegant presentation or pair it with crusty bread for a rustic touch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this wholesome, protein-packed salad is perfect for healthy meal prep or an effortless weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 5 oz solid white albacore tuna, packed in olive oil, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp parsley, fresh, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 3 cups arugula (optional)
- 1 loaf crusty bread, for serving (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cannellini beans, drained tuna, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the bean and tuna mixture and gently toss to combine, making sure all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
If using arugula, arrange it as a bed on a large serving platter or individual plates, then spoon the tuna and bean mixture on top.
Serve immediately as-is or with a slice of crusty bread on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.2 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 793 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.3 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 785 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
