Italian White Beans with Tuna
Transform your mealtime with this simple yet flavorful Italian White Beans with Tuna recipe, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s perfect for a light lunch or a quick, satisfying dinner. This fuss-free recipe combines tender cannellini beans and rich, olive-oil-packed tuna, creating a creamy, protein-packed base that’s elevated by the tangy brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest. A sauté of red onion and garlic adds a fragrant depth, while briny capers and fresh herbs like parsley and basil bring bursts of vibrant flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish can be served on its own or paired with crusty bread or crackers for an irresistible appetizer or snack. Healthy, delicious, and delightfully easy, this is a must-try for fans of Italian cuisine.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned white beans (such as cannellini or Great Northern beans)
- 5 oz canned tuna in olive oil
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 red onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, torn
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 loaf crusty bread or crackers (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned white beans, then set them aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the drained white beans and the tuna, including its olive oil.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the finely diced red onion and minced garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the bean and tuna mixture.
Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, capers, chopped parsley, and torn basil leaves.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the mixture, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix gently to combine, being careful not to break up the tuna too much.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Serve the Italian White Beans with Tuna at room temperature or slightly chilled, accompanied by crusty bread or crackers, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1996 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 5548 mg | 241% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 328.8 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.0 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.1 g | ||
| Protein | 96.2 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.1 mcg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 2103 mg | 45% | |
*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.
