Giada De Laurentiis’ White Bean and Tuna Salad

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Giada De Laurentiis' White Bean and Tuna Salad - A Healthy Take on a Classic Dish
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Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

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Ingredients

2 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 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

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
320
Sugar
5g
Fat
8g
Giada De Laurentiis' White Bean and Tuna Salad is a healthy alternative to the traditional tuna salad. By using cannellini beans instead of mayonnaise, this dish is a lighter take on the classic recipe. The dish is full of flavor from the red onion, capers, and cherry tomatoes and is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner option. White Bean and Tuna Salad is also a great dish to meal prep for a busy week ahead. It can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for easy access throughout the week.

Instructions

1.Drain the olive oil from the cans of tuna into a small bowl.
2.Season the tuna with salt and pepper and set it aside.
3.In a large bowl, add the drained cannellini beans, sliced red onions, red wine vinegar, and capers. Mix everything together.
4.Add the tuna to the mixture, along with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves. Mix everything together to combine.
5.Add more salt and pepper to taste.
6.Serve chilled or at room temperature.

PROS

This White Bean and Tuna Salad is high in protein and fiber due to the tuna and cannellini beans.

It is a quick and easy lunch or dinner option that can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.

The capers and cherry tomatoes add a burst of flavor to the dish.

CONS

Canned tuna is high in sodium, so this dish should be consumed in moderation or with reduced salt tuna.

The salad should be consumed within a few days of preparation as it contains fresh ingredients that will spoil over time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The high protein and fiber content in this dish help to keep you feeling full for longer and can aid in weight loss.
The omega-3 fatty acids found in tuna have been linked to improved heart health and reducing inflammation in the body.
Cannellini beans are an excellent source of plant-based protein and fiber, which has been linked to reducing cholesterol levels.

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