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Zesty Mediterranean Tuna and White Bean Salad

This vibrant Mediterranean Tuna and White Bean Salad offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for a quick, nutritious lunch or a light dinner. It's simple to prepare and bursting with fresh ingredients.

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HOW TO MAKE IT

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In a medium bowl, gently flake the drained tuna with a fork.

02

Add the rinsed and drained cannellini beans, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl with the tuna.

03

In a small separate bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

04

Pour the dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture.

05

Gently toss all ingredients until well combined and coated with the dressing. Serve immediately or chill for later.

About This Recipe

This vibrant Mediterranean Tuna and White Bean Salad offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for a quick, nutritious lunch or a light dinner. It's simple to prepare and bursting with fresh ingredients.
Zesty Mediterranean Tuna and White Bean Salad
Simple ingredients.
Big flavor.
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Chef's Tips

For an extra burst of flavor, add a few Kalamata olives or capers. You can also serve this salad over a bed of mixed greens or with whole-wheat pita bread.
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Easy Substitutions

Chickpeas can be used instead of cannellini beans. Feel free to add other vegetables like diced cucumber or bell peppers. If you don't have fresh parsley, dried parsley can be used, but reduce the quantity to 1 teaspoon.
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Storage & Reheating

Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors tend to meld and improve over time.
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