Best 7 Cannellini Bean And Tuna Salad Recipes

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Cannellini beans and tuna salad is a fantastic combination of protein-rich ingredients that offers a delightful taste experience. It is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a sandwich filling, a light lunch or dinner option, or as a flavorful addition to salads. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, discovering the perfect recipe for cannellini bean and tuna salad is essential for creating a satisfying and nutritious meal. In this article, we will explore various recipes and techniques to help you find the best combination of flavors and textures that suit your palate. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative twists that add a modern touch, we will provide you with insights and tips to create the most delicious cannellini bean and tuna salad that will become a favorite in your kitchen.

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

WHITE BEAN & TUNA SALAD



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If you are going to make a white bean & tuna salad (which, if you've never had it, might not sound good, but is) with canned goods, this is a good recipe. This is from a book called _Culinary Journey to the Mediterranean. You can serve this with pita bread or pita chips, and/or on a bed of arugula or watercress.

Provided by Nose5775

Categories     Tuna

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans
1 (6 ounce) can solid white tuna packed in water
2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain beans.
  • Drain and flake tuna.
  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Refrigerate.

CANNELLINI BEAN AND TUNA SALAD



Cannellini Bean and Tuna Salad image

Just open a couple of cans and toss with an herbed vinaigrette for this tasty take on tuna.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups Frozen Broccoli Cuts
2 cans (19 oz each) cannellini beans, drained
2 cans (6 oz each) tuna in water, drained, flaked
Lettuce, if desired
1/2 cup shredded carrot

Steps:

  • In small jar with tight-fitting lid, mix dressing ingredients. Cover; shake well.
  • Cook broccoli as directed on package until crisp-tender; rinse with cold water to cool.
  • In large bowl, mix broccoli, beans and tuna. Add dressing; toss gently to coat. Serve in lettuce-lined bowl. Sprinkle with carrot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

WHITE BEAN TUNA SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (6-ounce) cans dark meat tuna, packed in olive oil
2 (15-ounce) cans cannelini white beans, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup small capers, nonpareil in brine, drained and rinsed
6 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Sea salt and fresh ground black pepper
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes
2 cups fresh arugula
6 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add the tuna, reserving the olive oil in a separate small bowl. Break tuna into bite-size pieces with a large fork. Add the beans and capers. Into the bowl of olive oil, add the red wine vinegar. You should have 1 part vinegar to 2 parts oil - add more extra-virgin olive oil if necessary. Season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing on the tuna, bean and caper mixture and allow the flavors to infuse while slicing the vegetables. Add the onion and tomatoes to tuna mixture and toss gently.
  • Place the arugula on large decorative platter and top with tuna mixture. Tear fresh basil leaves over the top and serve immediately.

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

TUNA AND BEAN SALAD



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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 CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



Tuna and Cannellini Bean Salad image

This recipe was originally on Epicurious. I added to it and it is a great lunch for two. I serve this with fresh fruit. It is perfect for South Beach Dieters.

Provided by carole in orlando

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (6 ounce) can albacore tuna in water
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
6 grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup sliced stuffed green olive
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Drain the canned beans well.
  • Drain the tuna.
  • In a bowl add the chopped onions, celery, halved tomatoes and slice olives.
  • Add the tuna and cannellini beans.
  • Mix the olive oil, red wine vinegar and spices together.
  • Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and toss gently to blend well.
  • Chill before serving, overnight if possible.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616.4, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 37.5, Sodium 376.4, Carbohydrate 59.6, Fiber 14.9, Sugar 2.4, Protein 42.8

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

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the best results. Look for ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and tender tuna.
  • Don't overcook the tuna: Tuna should be cooked just until it is opaque in the center. Overcooked tuna will be dry and tough.
  • Use a variety of beans: If you don't have cannellini beans, you can use other types of beans, such as chickpeas, black beans, or kidney beans.
  • Add your favorite vegetables: This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Add whatever vegetables you like, such as chopped celery, carrots, or bell peppers.
  • Use a lemony dressing: A lemony dressing is a great way to brighten up the flavors in this salad. Use a combination of lemon juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste the salad before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Conclusion:

Cannellini bean and tuna salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and it is a great way to use up leftover tuna and beans. With its bright and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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