Best 20 Bean And Tuna Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to preparing a delicious and nutritious bean and tuna salad. This classic dish combines the protein-packed goodness of tuna with the fiber-rich heartiness of beans, making it a satisfying and well-rounded meal option. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch, a light and refreshing dinner, or a side dish that packs a punch, our collection of recipes has something for everyone. With various combinations of beans, tuna, vegetables, and dressings, you'll be sure to find a recipe that tantalizes your taste buds and keeps you coming back for more. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect bean and tuna salad.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TOMATO, TUNA, AND BEAN SALAD



Tomato, Tuna, and Bean Salad image

This main dish salad is perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Dill, quinoa, and Parmesan cheese are optional. I make the salad without these, then add them to change things up a bit when we eat the leftovers. Serve by itself or over lettuce.

Provided by Marcia

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon crushed garlic
¼ teaspoon white sugar
1 pinch salt
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans (cannellini), rinsed and drained
2 (5 ounce) cans white tuna, drained
1 cup cooked quinoa
⅓ cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped onion
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, mustard, dill weed, garlic, sugar, and salt together in a large bowl. Add tomatoes, kidney beans, tuna, quinoa, basil, and onion; gently stir with a large spoon to coat evenly. Spoon salad into serving bowls; top each with about 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 409.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

TUNA AND BEAN SALAD



Tuna and Bean Salad image

This is a mainstay in my house, something you can always throw together for an easy light meal. The authentic version would call for tuna packed in olive oil, but I actually prefer water-packed tuna. The salad packs a lot of protein, not just from the beans, but also from the tuna, which is also an excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 15m

Yield Serves 2 as a main dish, 4 as a starter

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small or 1/2 medium red onion, peeled and very thinly sliced
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
1 (6 1/2-ounce) can water-packed tuna, drained
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans or borlotti beans, drained through a strainer and rinsed
3 fresh sage leaves, slivered
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 small or medium garlic clove, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon plain low-fat or nonfat yogurt (or omit and use 4 tablespoons olive oil)
1/2 Japanese cucumber, cut in half lengthwise and sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the onion in a bowl and add 1 teaspoon of the vinegar and cold water to cover. Let sit for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water, then dry on paper towels.
  • In a medium bowl or salad bowl, combine the tuna, beans, onions, sage, and parsley.
  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, mix together the remaining vinegar, salt to taste, freshly ground pepper, garlic, and Dijon mustard. Whisk in the olive oil and the yogurt. Toss with the tuna and beans and serve, garnishing each plate with cucumber slices.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 541, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 946 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TUNA AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



Tuna and Green Bean Salad image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 27m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds slender green beans, trimmed, halved crosswise
3 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
2 large red potatoes, diced
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
9 ounces canned tuna packed in oil, drained

Steps:

  • Cook the green beans in a large pot of boiling water until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Using a mesh strainer, transfer the green beans to a large bowl of ice water to cool completely. Drain the green beans and pat dry with a towel.
  • Add 2 teaspoons of salt to the same cooking liquid and bring the liquid to a simmer. Add the potatoes to the simmering liquid and cook until they are just tender but still hold their shape, about 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the potatoes to the ice water to cool completely. Drain the potatoes and pat dry with a towel.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, garlic, oil, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Place the tomatoes, basil and parsley in a large serving bowl. Add the tuna and toss gently to combine. Add the green beans and potatoes and gently combine. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.

GREEN AND WHITE BEAN SALAD WITH TUNA



Green and White Bean Salad with Tuna image

Tuna, cannellini beans, green beans, and red onion are matches made in salad heaven -- toss them in a simple dressing of white-wine vinegar and olive oil for a light and refreshing lunch or dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

Coarse salt and ground pepper
3/4 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 can (15.5 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 can (5 ounces) solid white tuna packed in water, drained and broken into pieces
1/4 cup thinly sliced pepperoncini (about 9)

Steps:

  • In a medium pot of boiling salted water, cook green beans until bright green and crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, rinse under cool water to stop the cooking, and pat dry.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add green beans, cannellini beans, onion, tuna, and pepperoncini and stir to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 15 g

GIADA DE LAURENTIIS' WHITE BEAN AND TUNA SALAD



Giada De Laurentiis' White Bean and Tuna Salad image

This is a traditional combination in Italy and makes a wonderful full-meal salad. Tuna packed in oil, though hard to find anymore, makes a difference in this salad. Try it at least once this way! You may want to chill the ingredients somewhat in the refrigerator before assembling salad.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Tuna

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (6 ounce) cans dark meat tuna in olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
6 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup capers
1 cup cherry tomatoes
fresh basil leaf, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add tuna and oil and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. With a fork, break up the tuna.
  • Add the beans and onions and gently toss.
  • Drizzle with vinegar and season with more salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to plates and serve.
  • Note: This may be served over fresh arugula, about 1/2 cup per plate.

WHITE BEAN AND TUNA SALAD



White Bean and Tuna Salad image

This protein-packed spinach salad is ready in 15 minutes

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
5 ounces baby spinach
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
2 cans (5 ounces each) solid white tuna, drained and broken into chunks
1/4 cup green olives, pitted and roughly chopped
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine beans, 2 tablespoons oil, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high, stirring, until beans are warm, about 4 minutes; remove pan from heat. In a large bowl, combine spinach, 1 tablespoon oil, and 1 teaspoon vinegar; season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Divide spinach among four plates. Transfer beans to bowl and stir in 1 tablespoon vinegar, tuna, olives, onion, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Top spinach with bean and tuna mixture and serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 31 g

GREEN BEAN AND TUNA SALAD WITH BASIL DRESSING



Green Bean and Tuna Salad with Basil Dressing image

Our idea of salad for dinner in the height of summer means minimal cooking, lots of fresh greens, and enough protein to feel filling. Here, that means quickly blanched green beans, canned white beans, parsley leaves, and Little Gem lettuce get tossed in a punchy basil dressing with oil-packed tuna and capers.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Green Bean     Salad     Shallot     Vinegar     Basil     Lemon Juice     Lettuce     Bean     Parsley     Capers     Tuna     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Quick and Healthy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Summer

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 shallot, coarsely chopped
3 Tbsp. sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
1 lb. green beans, trimmed
1 1/2 cups basil leaves
6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 large or 2 small heads of Little Gem lettuce or romaine hearts, leaves separated
1 (14.5-oz.) can white beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup parsley leaves with tender stems
1/4 cup capers, drained
1 (6-oz.) jar oil-packed tuna, drained, flaked into pieces

Steps:

  • Combine shallot, vinegar, and 1 tsp. salt in a blender jar. Let sit 5-10 minutes to lightly pickle.
  • Meanwhile, cook green beans in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain, then run under very cold water until cool to the touch.
  • Add basil, oil, lemon juice, and pepper to shallot mixture and blend until mostly smooth. Pour dressing into a large bowl. Add green beans, lettuce, white beans, parsley, and capers and toss with your hands to coat. Add tuna and gently toss to combine. Transfer salad to a platter.

HERBED TUNA AND WHITE BEAN SALAD



Herbed Tuna and White Bean Salad image

This is a quick and delicious salad that can be made special for guests-or yourself-by grilling fresh tuna steaks instead of using canned. -Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups fresh arugula
1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
1/3 cup pitted Nicoise or other olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cans (5 ounces each) albacore white tuna in water, drained

Steps:

  • Place first seven ingredients in a large bowl. Whisk together oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic and salt; drizzle over salad. Add tuna and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 640mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TUNA AND WHITE BEAN SALAD



Tuna and White Bean Salad image

Categories     Salad     Bean     Fish     Onion     No-Cook     Lunch     Spring     Sage     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 2 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 6-ounce can solid white tuna packed in oil
Extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/3 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 teaspoons chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1 15- to 16-ounce can cannellini (white kidney beans), drained well

Steps:

  • Drain oil from tuna into medium bowl. Add enough olive oil to measure 3 tablespoons total; whisk in vinegar. Add onion, parsley and sage. Mix in beans and tuna. Season with salt and pepper.

TUNA, WHITE BEAN, AND ROASTED PEPPER SALAD WITH CREAM DIJON DRESSING



Tuna, White Bean, and Roasted Pepper Salad with Cream Dijon Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Bean     Fish     Mustard     Olive     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Buffet     Mayonnaise     Tuna     Bell Pepper     Lettuce     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
5 cups mixed baby greens
1 15-ounce can small white beans, rinsed, drained
2/3 cup chopped drained roasted red peppers from jar
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1 12-ounce can chunk light tuna
2/3 cup Kalamata olives or other brine-cured black olives, pitted, halved

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Toss greens in large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Place greens in center of 4 plates. Toss beans, red peppers and onion in medium bowl with enough dressing to coat. Top greens with bean mixture, then tuna, dividing equally. Garnish with olives and serve.

TUNA AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



Tuna and Green Bean Salad image

Make and share this Tuna and Green Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vseward Chef-V

Categories     Tuna

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs slender green beans, trimmed, halved crosswise
3 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
2 large red potatoes, diced
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
9 ounces canned tuna packed in oil, drained

Steps:

  • Cook the green beans in a large pot of boiling water until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes.
  • Using a mesh strainer, transfer the green beans to a large bowl of ice water to cool completely. Drain the green beans and pat dry with a towel.
  • Add 2 teaspoons of salt to the same cooking liquid and bring the liquid to a simmer. Add the potatoes to the simmering liquid and cook until they are just tender but still hold their shape, about 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the potatoes to the ice water to cool completely. Drain the potatoes and pat dry with a towel.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, garlic, oil, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Place the tomatoes, basil and parsley in a large serving bowl. Add the tuna and toss gently to combine. Add the green beans and potatoes and gently combine. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.6, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 5.7, Sodium 998.7, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 13.1

TUNA AND BEAN PASTA SALAD



Tuna and Bean Pasta Salad image

This is a favorite around our house! It's realtively low in fat, has tons of fibre and is great for next day lunches too! I prefer to eat this just with oil and lemon, but my husband adds some mayonaise for a creamy texture.

Provided by Headhunter

Categories     Tuna

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (184 g) can tuna in water
1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans
4 cups cooked whole wheat pasta (penne is best)
1/4 sweet onion, finely diced
2 -3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely diced
2 carrots, finely diced
1/2 sweet red pepper, finely diced
6 sun-dried tomatoes
10 kalamata olives (optional)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried mustard
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil or 4 -5 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
1/2 lemon, juice of
salt and pepper
fat-free mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Boil water with salt and set pasta to cook just until texture is beyond a la dente, but not soft.
  • Drain tuna and add to large glass bowl. Break larger pieces so tuna is flakey.
  • Drain and wash beans and add to tuna.
  • Place non-oil packed sundried tomatoes in a bowl with hot water. Let stand for 5 minutes. After five minutes, drain excess water from tomatoes, chop and add to tuna and beans.
  • Remove olive pits by cutting a slit into each olive length wise. Add to tuna, beans and tomatoes.
  • Add chopped onion, garlic, celery, carrot, bell pepper.
  • Add mustard, oregano, basil, (dried or fresh) salt & pepper to taste, olive oil and lemon.
  • Stir and serve immediately or refrigerate for use up to 2 days later.
  • Add mayonaise to large bowl mixture or individual servings - if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725.6, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 285.7, Carbohydrate 112.7, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 4.4, Protein 37.4

WHITE BEAN AND TUNA SALAD WITH RADICCHIO



White Bean and Tuna Salad with Radicchio image

This salad is perfect for a weekend lunch or a quick weeknight dinner.

Provided by Seamus Mullen

Categories     Salad     Bean     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Tuna     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Radicchio     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium head of radicchio, cored, leaves coarsely torn
6 tablespoons Parsley Vinaigrette, divided, plus more for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 15-ounce cans cannellini (white kidney) beans, rinsed, drained
2 celery stalks, peeled, sliced thinly on an extreme diagonal
1 cup drained olive oil-packed tuna in a jar or good-quality canned tuna, broken into large pieces
Flat-leaf parsley sprigs (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Place radicchio in a large bowl; drizzle with 3 tablespoons Parsley Vinaigrette and toss to coat. Season radicchio to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving platter, spreading out in an even layer. Combine 3 tablespoons Parsley Vinaigrette, cannellini beans, and celery in the large bowl; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Arrange bean mixture on top of radicchio. Top salad with tuna and garnish with parsley. Drizzle some vinaigrette over.

GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH TUNA SAUCE AND OLIVES



Green Bean Salad with Tuna Sauce and Olives image

Categories     Salad     Blender     Bean     Olive     Side     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Tuna     Green Bean     Summer     Healthy     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound green beans, trimmed
1 (3-ounce) can white tuna packed in oil, drained and flaked
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
2 tablespoons Niçoise or other small brine-cured black olives
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Cook beans in a large pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately transfer to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. When beans are cold, drain and pat dry with paper towels, then arrange on a platter and season with salt.
  • Purée tuna with olive oil, water, lemon juice, and anchovy paste in a blender, scraping down sides as necessary, until very smooth. Season sauce with salt and pepper and spoon over beans. Scatter olives and parsley leaves on top.

LARGE WHITE BEAN, TUNA AND SPINACH SALAD



Large White Bean, Tuna and Spinach Salad image

You could use canned cannellini beans for this, but I love the size and texture of large white limas. I don't soak limas because the skins tend to detach and the beans fall apart when you cook them. You want them intact for this, but you also need to make sure to cook them all the way through.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, salads and dressings

Time 2h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup large white lima beans
1 quart water
1 onion, cut in half
2 garlic cloves, crushed, plus 1 small garlic clove, minced or puréed
1 bay leaf
2 fresh sage leaves
Salt to taste
1 5-ounce can water-packed light tuna, drained
1 bunch spinach, stemmed, leaves washed and dried, or 1 6-ounce bag baby spinach
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley and mint
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Sliced red onion and black olives

Steps:

  • Rinse the beans and combine with the water in a soup pot. Add the halved onion, the crushed garlic cloves, the bay leaf and the sage leaves. Bring to a gentle boil, add salt to taste, cover and boil very gently for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until the beans are tender (sometimes they take longer, about 2 hours; it depends in part on the age of the beans). Remove from the heat. Set a colander over a bowl and drain the beans. Discard the bay leaf, onion, garlic cloves and sage. Some of the beans will have slipped out of their skins and fallen apart, but most should be intact. The broth can be used for a soup or pasta sauce.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the spinach and the dressing. Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, minced or puréed garlic, mustard, salt to taste and the olive oil.
  • In a large bowl, gently toss together the beans and the tuna. Don't worry if some of the lima beans fall apart. Add the mint, half the chives and half the dressing and toss again. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Toss the spinach with the remaining dressing. Line a platter or wide bowl with the spinach, top with the tuna, and sprinkle the remaining chives over the top. Garnish with red onions and black olives if desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 204, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 734 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TUNA AND BEAN SALAD



Tuna And Bean Salad image

The combination of tuna with olive oil, lemon juice, and beans is inspired by the cuisine of Italy. The beans are green beans and cannellini beans, also known as white kidney beans. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Provided by Edie Moon

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 2h5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup frozen French-style green beans
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
½ cup drained canned cannellini beans
1 red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together green beans, tuna, cannellini beans, chopped onion, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and cheese. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator for about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 114.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

TUNA, CAULIFLOWER AND WHITE BEAN SALAD



Tuna, Cauliflower and White Bean Salad image

Cauliflower is very happy in a pungent marinade, so I added it to one of my favorite stand-bys, tuna and bean salad. I liked this salad even more with the cauliflower added, as the tuna flavor infuses the cauliflower along with the vinegar and olive oil. You can use canned white beans, or cook up some delicious giant white beans and some of their broth in the dressing. The salad tastes even better if it has a few hours or a day to sit, and it keeps well.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4 generously

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 pound cauliflower, broken into small florets (about 1/2 medium to large head)
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Salt to taste
1 garlic clove, minced or puréed
1/2 to 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, to taste
2 tablespoons plain yogurt or bean broth if using dried beans
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small red onion, cut in half and sliced in half-moons (optional)
1 5-ounce can tuna (packed in water or olive oil), drained
1 1/2 cups cooked large white beans, or 1 can cannellinis, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or a combination of parsley and marjoram

Steps:

  • Steam cauliflower for 5 to 6 minutes, until just tender.
  • Place sliced onion, if using, in a bowl and cover with cold water. Soak 5 minutes. Drain, rinse and drain again on paper towels.
  • Meanwhile in a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together vinegar, lemon juice, salt, garlic, mustard and yogurt or bean broth. Whisk in olive oil.
  • When cauliflower is tender remove from heat and toss with half the dressing in a large salad bowl. Drain tuna and add to bowl with cauliflower. Break up with a fork. Add cooked beans, onion and herbs. Toss together. Add remaining salad dressing and pepper, taste and adjust seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 576, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 18 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 642 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TUNA AND WHITE BEAN SALAD



Tuna and White Bean Salad image

Make and share this Tuna and White Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LuLu Bear

Categories     Tuna

Time 30m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15 ounce) can white beans
1 (6 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
1/4 red onion, finely chopped
2 -3 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2 cups arugula, finely chopped
1 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Drain beans well and place half the beans into a bowl.
  • Mash remaining beans with a fork.
  • Combine mashed and whole beans with tuna, onion, rosemary, and arugula.
  • Dress the salad with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.3, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 2.7, Sodium 28.4, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3

TUNA AND BEAN SALAD



Tuna and Bean Salad image

Make and share this Tuna and Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

14 ounces cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 red onion, halved and finely sliced
7 ounces tuna packed in oil
2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, chopped
lemon juice or white wine vinegar, to taste
ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all the ingredients together and serve.

BEAN AND TUNA SALAD



Bean and Tuna Salad image

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, salads and dressings, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 medium onion preferably sweet peeled and sliced in thin rings
1 cup dry cannellini beans cooked or 3 cups canned cannellini beans, drained
Salt
1 7-ounce can imported tuna packed in olive oil
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or to taste
1 tablespoon good quality red-wine vinegar, or to taste
Coarsely ground fresh black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place onion rings in a bowl, cover with cold water and squeeze them with your hands seven or eight times to release a slightly milky liquid into the water (in the process the onion becomes milder). Drain onion rings, replace in the bowl and re-cover with water. Repeat this procedure two or three times. Before using the onions, gather them tightly in your hand to squeeze out all excess moisture.
  • Put the beans and onion in a serving bowl, sprinkle liberally with salt and toss.
  • Drain the tuna, and add it to the bowl, breaking it into large flakes with a fork.
  • Pour on enough olive oil to coat the mixture well, add a dash of vinegar and a generous amount of pepper. Toss thoroughly and check for seasoning; then serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 300, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 341 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

  • Choose canned tuna that is packed in water or olive oil, and avoid varieties packed in oil for a healthier option.
  • Use a variety of beans in your salad for a more flavorful and nutritious dish.
  • Add chopped vegetables, such as celery, onion, or bell pepper, to the salad for extra crunch and flavor.
  • Use a light and tangy dressing, such as a vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing, to avoid overpowering the delicate flavors of the tuna and beans.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Bean and tuna salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a snack. With its protein-packed tuna, fiber-rich beans, and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give bean and tuna salad a try!

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