White Bean and Tuna Salad P90x
Fuel your body with the delicious and protein-packed White Bean and Tuna Salad, inspired by the P90X lifestyle! This quick and easy, no-cook recipe combines tender white beans, nutrient-rich tuna in olive oil, and crisp, fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion for a flavorful, healthy meal. Tossed in a zesty dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, tangy lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, and accented with fresh parsley and basil, this salad is a perfect balance of Mediterranean-inspired flavors and wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dish can be enjoyed on a bed of mixed greens for a light lunch or kept as a grab-and-go meal prep option, lasting up to two days in the fridge. Bursting with fiber, lean protein, and vibrant veggies, this vibrant salad is as energizing as it is satisfying — a perfect fit for fitness enthusiasts or anyone craving a nutritious meal in minutes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned white beans (e.g., cannellini or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
- 5 oz canned tuna in olive oil, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 cups mixed greens (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed white beans with the drained tuna. Use a fork to gently break up the tuna into smaller chunks.
Add the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped basil to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the bean and tuna mixture. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve immediately over a bed of mixed greens, if desired, or enjoy on its own as a hearty salad. This dish can also be refrigerated and enjoyed within 2 days for a convenient meal option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 2421 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.0 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.7 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 79.1 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 702 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 3802 mg | 81% | |
*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.
