Best 7 Tuna And Green Beans With Rice Recipes

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Craving a quick, easy, and healthy meal? Look no further than tuna and green beans with rice! This versatile dish can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or quick lunches. The combination of protein-packed tuna, fiber-rich green beans, and fluffy rice creates a balanced and satisfying meal. And with three variations to choose from – classic, Mediterranean, and Asian – there's a flavor profile to suit every palate. So grab your ingredients and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TWO-BEAN AND TUNA SALAD



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This is the most amazing version of tuna and bean salad I've ever tasted. It incorporates crunchy green beans, a red onion made a little milder by soaking in water, tuna and a bean of your choice. I've used a lush bean called Good Mother Stallard, which really makes this salad stand out. You can substitute borlotti beans, pinto or white beans. If you're using canned beans, rinse them first. Whichever bean you choose, you'll have an amazing light and satisfying meal.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 pound green beans, trimmed
1 small red onion, cut in half and sliced in half-moons (optional)
2 5-ounce cans tuna (packed in water or olive oil), drained
1 1/2 cups cooked Good Mother Stallard, borlotti, pinto or white beans (if using canned beans, rinse)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped chives
2 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram or sage
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
Salt to taste
1 garlic clove, minced or puréed
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons bean broth
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring a medium-size pot of water to a boil and add salt to taste. Blanch green beans for 4 minutes (5 minutes if beans are thick), until just tender. Transfer to a bowl of cold water and drain. (Alternatively, steam beans for 4 to 5 minutes). Cut or break beans in half if very long.
  • Meanwhile, place sliced onion, if using, in a bowl and cover with cold water. Soak 5 minutes. Drain, rinse and drain again on paper towels.
  • Drain tuna and place in a salad bowl. Break up with a fork. Add cooked dried beans, green beans, onion and herbs. Toss together.
  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together vinegar, salt, garlic, mustard and bean broth. Whisk in olive oil. Toss with tuna and bean mixture, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 256, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 457 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TUNA, GREEN BEAN & RICE CASSEROLE (GF)



Tuna, Green Bean & Rice Casserole (Gf) image

This casserole is my husband's favorite. I like that it's a complete meal that's very easy to put together. It's loosley based on the recipe on the seasoned green beans can, but this version is gluten free.

Provided by Jamie B

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 1 casserole, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups instant brown rice, dry
3 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans del monte seasoned green beans (with onions, red peppers & garlic)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can health valley cream of mushroom soup (heat & serve, not condensed. Other brands usually add gluten, which is fine if you're not on a glute)
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 2 quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Spread the rice in the casserole dish.
  • Layer with tuna and green beans.
  • In a separate bowl, combine soup, milk & cheese. Pour soup mixture into casserole dish.
  • Bake, covered, at 400 degrees for 35 minutes, or until rice is cooked. Let cool about 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.6, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 53.3, Sodium 1122.3, Carbohydrate 53, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 4.4, Protein 36

TUNA AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 27m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds slender green beans, trimmed, halved crosswise
3 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
2 large red potatoes, diced
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
9 ounces canned tuna packed in oil, drained

Steps:

  • Cook the green beans in a large pot of boiling water until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Using a mesh strainer, transfer the green beans to a large bowl of ice water to cool completely. Drain the green beans and pat dry with a towel.
  • Add 2 teaspoons of salt to the same cooking liquid and bring the liquid to a simmer. Add the potatoes to the simmering liquid and cook until they are just tender but still hold their shape, about 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the potatoes to the ice water to cool completely. Drain the potatoes and pat dry with a towel.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, garlic, oil, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Place the tomatoes, basil and parsley in a large serving bowl. Add the tuna and toss gently to combine. Add the green beans and potatoes and gently combine. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.

ASIAN-FLAVORED SEARED TUNA WITH GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Gail Conde

Categories     Bean     Fish     Tuna     Green Bean     Spring     Bon Appétit     Florida

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon wasabi powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
4 6-ounce tuna steaks (each about 3/4 inch thick)
1 pound green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil
1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar

Steps:

  • Mix soy sauce, wasabi powder and garlic powder in 8x8x2-inch glass dish. Add tuna; turn several times to coat with marinade. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat sesame oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove tuna from marinade; reserve marinade. Sprinkle tuna on all sides with pepper. Add tuna to skillet and cook until just opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer tuna to plates. Add green beans, sugar and reserved marinade to skillet. Cook until sauce is reduced enough to coat beans, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Using tongs, place beans alongside tuna and serve.

15-MINUTE BROWN RICE & GREEN BEANS



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Simmer brown rice and green beans in broth, soy sauce and spices to infuse this Healthy Living Side Dish with savory flavor. 15-Minute Brown Rice & Green Beans is great for any day of the week.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield Makes 6 servings, about 1/2 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (10-1/2 oz.) chicken broth
1 cup frozen cut green beans
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1-1/2 cups instant brown rice, uncooked
2 Tbsp. sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Combine broth, beans, soy sauce and garlic powder in medium saucepan. Bring to boil on medium-high heat.
  • Stir in rice. Return to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover. Simmer 5 min. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min.
  • Fluff rice mixture with fork. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

GREEN BEAN AND TUNA SALAD WITH BASIL DRESSING



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Our idea of salad for dinner in the height of summer means minimal cooking, lots of fresh greens, and enough protein to feel filling. Here, that means quickly blanched green beans, canned white beans, parsley leaves, and Little Gem lettuce get tossed in a punchy basil dressing with oil-packed tuna and capers.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Green Bean     Salad     Shallot     Vinegar     Basil     Lemon Juice     Lettuce     Bean     Parsley     Capers     Tuna     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Quick and Healthy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Summer

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 shallot, coarsely chopped
3 Tbsp. sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
1 lb. green beans, trimmed
1 1/2 cups basil leaves
6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 large or 2 small heads of Little Gem lettuce or romaine hearts, leaves separated
1 (14.5-oz.) can white beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup parsley leaves with tender stems
1/4 cup capers, drained
1 (6-oz.) jar oil-packed tuna, drained, flaked into pieces

Steps:

  • Combine shallot, vinegar, and 1 tsp. salt in a blender jar. Let sit 5-10 minutes to lightly pickle.
  • Meanwhile, cook green beans in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain, then run under very cold water until cool to the touch.
  • Add basil, oil, lemon juice, and pepper to shallot mixture and blend until mostly smooth. Pour dressing into a large bowl. Add green beans, lettuce, white beans, parsley, and capers and toss with your hands to coat. Add tuna and gently toss to combine. Transfer salad to a platter.

TUNA AND BEAN SALAD



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This is a mainstay in my house, something you can always throw together for an easy light meal. The authentic version would call for tuna packed in olive oil, but I actually prefer water-packed tuna. The salad packs a lot of protein, not just from the beans, but also from the tuna, which is also an excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 15m

Yield Serves 2 as a main dish, 4 as a starter

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small or 1/2 medium red onion, peeled and very thinly sliced
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
1 (6 1/2-ounce) can water-packed tuna, drained
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans or borlotti beans, drained through a strainer and rinsed
3 fresh sage leaves, slivered
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 small or medium garlic clove, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon plain low-fat or nonfat yogurt (or omit and use 4 tablespoons olive oil)
1/2 Japanese cucumber, cut in half lengthwise and sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the onion in a bowl and add 1 teaspoon of the vinegar and cold water to cover. Let sit for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water, then dry on paper towels.
  • In a medium bowl or salad bowl, combine the tuna, beans, onions, sage, and parsley.
  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, mix together the remaining vinegar, salt to taste, freshly ground pepper, garlic, and Dijon mustard. Whisk in the olive oil and the yogurt. Toss with the tuna and beans and serve, garnishing each plate with cucumber slices.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 541, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 946 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use a variety of tuna. You can use canned tuna, fresh tuna, or frozen tuna. If you're using canned tuna, choose tuna packed in olive oil or water. If you're using fresh tuna, choose a firm, meaty fillet.
  • Cook the tuna properly. Tuna is a delicate fish, so it's important to cook it carefully. Overcooking will make the tuna dry and tough. The best way to cook tuna is to sear it quickly over high heat or bake it in a preheated oven.
  • Choose the right vegetables. Green beans are a classic side dish for tuna, but you can also use other vegetables, such as broccoli, asparagus, or carrots. Choose vegetables that you like and that will complement the flavor of the tuna.
  • Season the dish well. Tuna is a mild-flavored fish, so it's important to season it well. Use a variety of spices and herbs, such as salt, pepper, garlic, paprika, and chili powder.
  • Serve the dish immediately. Tuna is best served immediately after it's cooked. This will help to prevent the fish from drying out.

Conclusion:

Tuna and green beans with rice is a simple, yet delicious dish that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a healthy and affordable option that's packed with protein, vegetables, and whole grains. Next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this tuna and green beans with rice recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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