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Tuna and White Bean Salad

Packed full of protein and low in fat, this simple tuna and white bean salad is seasoned with fresh herbs, lemon zest, and garlic.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 230kcal
Author Liz Della Croce

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cannellini beans drained and rinsed
  • 5 ounces tuna in water drained
  • ¼ cup red onion minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (mint, basil, dill or parsley)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions

  • Combine beans, tuna, onion and fresh herbs in a medium bowl.
  • Add lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil directly over the bean mixture and mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve in lettuce cups, with crackers, or on whole wheat bread.

Notes

Excellent source of Vitamin C, good source of Iron.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 5.8g | Saturated Fat: 0.6g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 588mg | Fiber: 6.8g