White Bean, Tuna and Lemon Salad

The white bean, tuna, and lemon salad is a refreshing and nutritious summer dish, featuring creamy white beans, succulent tuna, and a citrusy lemon zest, enhanced by red onion, parsley, and extra virgin olive oil. Perfect for light lunches or alfresco dining, this salad celebrates the simple yet vibrant flavours of the season.

Prep Time 15

Infusing TIme 30

Total Time 45

Servings People

Ingredients

400 g cannellini beans drained and rinsed
200 g tuna in water, drained and flaked
2 large tomatoes chopped
1/4 medium cucumber chopped into chunks
1 small red onion finely sliced

For the dressing:

1 large lemon grated zest and juice
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp sweetener sugar-free
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 large lemon wedges to serve

Instructions

Mix together all the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
400 g cannellini beans, 200 g tuna, 2 large tomatoes, 1/4 medium cucumber, 1 small red onion
In a small bowl whisk together the dressing ingredients, season well.
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp sweetener, freshly ground black pepper, 1 large lemon
Pour over the salad and leave to infuse for at least 30 minutes.
Serve with lemon wedges and a green salad.
1 large lemon

Notes

Recipe tips for the White Bean, Tuna and Lemon Salad:

You could use a tin of salmon or crab for this dish instead of tuna.

This is great for a packed lunch or picnic.

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