Best 4 Herbed Tuna And White Bean Salad Recipes

Craving a light and refreshing salad that's packed with flavor? Look no further than this Herbed Tuna and White Bean Salad. This delectable dish combines succulent tuna, tender white beans, a medley of crisp vegetables, and a zesty herb dressing to create a symphony of tastes and textures. It's perfect served as a main course for lunch or dinner, or as a flavorful side dish to grilled meats or roasted vegetables. For a vegetarian option, simply omit the tuna and add an extra cup of white beans. With its vibrant colors, delightful crunch, and irresistible tang, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

WHITE BEANS AND TUNA SALAD

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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories salads and dressings

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups dry white kidney, marrow, Great Northern or navy beans
2 quarts water
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt to taste and lots of freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
2 tablespoons minced parsley
1 (7-ounce) can tuna, preferably packed in olive oil

Steps:

Combine beans with water and bring to boil. Boil briskly for 2 minutes, remove from heat and let beans soak for 1 hour. Then cook them again in soaking water over low heat for another 1 1/2 hours, or until tender, adding more water, if necessary, to keep them covered. Drain.
Combine oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper and pour over beans while still warm. Add green onions and parsley and mix gently. Refrigerate.
To serve, drain tuna, break into chunks and place on top of beans.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 608, UnsaturatedFat 36 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 1011 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

HERBED TUNA SALAD

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"Cooking for two is such a challenge for us, since my husband and I do not care for leftovers," says Rebecca Schweizer of Chesapeake, Virginia. "This well-seasoned salad, with its distinctive dill flavor, is my favorite lunch recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Pinch cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon reduced-fat sour cream
3 cups Boston lettuce leaves
6 grape tomatoes, sliced
Optional: sliced cucumber and fresh dill

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Combine the mayonnaise and sour cream; stir into the tuna mixture. , Divide the salad greens between two plates. Top with tuna mixture and tomatoes and if desired, cucumbers and dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 452mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TUNA AND WHITE BEAN SALAD

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Categories Salad Bean Fish Onion No-Cook Lunch Spring Sage Bon Appétit Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Makes 2 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 6-ounce can solid white tuna packed in oil
Extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/3 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 teaspoons chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1 15- to 16-ounce can cannellini (white kidney beans), drained well

Steps:

Drain oil from tuna into medium bowl. Add enough olive oil to measure 3 tablespoons total; whisk in vinegar. Add onion, parsley and sage. Mix in beans and tuna. Season with salt and pepper.

HERBED WHITE-BEAN AND TUNA DIP

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From my favorite online newspaper, the New York Daily News. The food columnist suggests serving this dip with an assortment of crudites - celery, carrot, broccoli and cherry tomatoes.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 1 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can white beans, rinsed and drained
1 (6 ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon zest (zest of 1 small lemon)
3 teaspoons freshly squeezed strained lemon juice
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave (from about 8 sprigs)
1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaf
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt or 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, to taste
4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

Puree garlic cloves in a food processor.
Add all other ingredients except the oil and process until combined.
Add the oil and process until smooth, for a few more seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.4, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 42.8, Sodium 1063.2, Carbohydrate 58.5, Fiber 12.5, Sugar 0.3, Protein 42.9

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh tuna steaks or fillets. If using frozen tuna, thaw it completely before cooking.
To ensure that the tuna is cooked evenly, sear it over high heat for a few minutes per side, then reduce the heat and cook until it reaches your desired doneness.
To make the salad more flavorful, use a variety of fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, and basil.
If you don't have white beans on hand, you can substitute another type of bean, such as chickpeas or black beans.
Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Herbed Tuna and White Bean Salad is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and it's also a good source of vitamins and minerals. The salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.