TUNA, WHITE BEAN AND FENNEL SALAD

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From the Australian BH&G Diabetic Living issue 12 2007. Marinating and resting times (35 minutes) have not been included.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (400 g) cannellini beans (rinsed and drained)
3 egg tomatoes (deseeded, chopped)
1 head fennel (medium, trimmed finely chop bulb and roughly chop fronds)
1 red onion (small, chopped)
1/2 yellow pepper (bell pepper, chopped)
3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (fresh)
400 g tuna steaks
nonstick cooking spray
60 g salad leaves (mixed)
6 slices sourdough bread (to serve)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the beans, tomatoes, fennel, 1 tablespoon of the fennel fronds, red onion and capsicum (bell pepper), sed aside.
  • In a small, screw top jar, put the vinegar, lemon juice, oil and pepper and shake to combined well.
  • Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss lightly to combine.
  • Cover and set aside for 30 minutes to allow the flavours to develop.
  • Now preheat a barbecue chargrill or char-grill pan on medium.
  • Spray both sides of the tuna with the cooking spray. Cook for 3-4 minutes each side or until just cooked, transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil and set aside for 5 minutes to rest.
  • Using a fork break the tuna into bite size pieces.
  • Toss tuna with the bean mixture.
  • Arrange serving plates with salad leaves and then arrange tuna mix on top and then sprinkle over a few fennel fronds and serve with the bread.

plpolash akbor
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This salad is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also low in calories and fat, so it's a great choice for a healthy meal.


Dionna Sims
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I love the bright and tangy flavor of this salad. It's a great way to lighten up a heavy meal.


Motaleb Talukdar
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This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add chopped avocado or diced red onion.


mabundi mabundi
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This salad is a great make-ahead salad, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Gabriel Peter
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients, but the flavors are so complex and delicious.


Jenna Isitt
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Fatima Nayab
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! It's easy to transport and it holds up well in the heat.


Mugho
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This salad is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also low in calories and fat, so it's a great choice for a healthy meal.


jordan burkey
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I love the bright and tangy flavor of this salad. It's a great way to lighten up a heavy meal.


Salomon ISHIMWE
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This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add chopped avocado or diced red onion.


Shanana Mitchell
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great make-ahead salad, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


ssemakula enock
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Sushant Malla
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients, but the flavors are so complex and delicious.


MD jilaniw Rain
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This is one of my favorite summer salads. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ansab Javed
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the fact that it was so light and healthy.


Good Seed
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious! The tuna, white beans, and fennel are a perfect combination, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.