White Bean and Tuna Salad Recipe

Name: White Bean and Tuna Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 oz. Great Northern; baby lima beans; Kosher salt; 2 tbsp. olive oil; 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery, including leaves; 1/3 cup very thinly sliced red onion; 1 can (6-1/8 oz.) albacore tuna, packed in olive oil; 1 sm. ripe tomato, cored and diced; 2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley; 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

5 oz. Great Northern
baby lima beans
Kosher salt
2 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery, including leaves
1/3 cup very thinly sliced red onion
1 can (6-1/8 oz.) albacore tuna, packed in olive oil
1 sm. ripe tomato, cored and diced
2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Soak the beans and cook them.
2
After 20 minutes, add about 1 tbsp.
3
salt.
4
Cook until the beans are tender but still firm, approximately 30 minutes.
5
Drain the beans and transfer them to a large bowl.
6
Add the olive oil and toss until the beans are coated.
7
Add the celery, onion, tuna, tomato, parsley, and lemon juice.
8
Season to taste with salt and pepper, and toss to mix.
9
Let the salad stand at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving.
10
The salad may be made up to 1 day ahead.
11
Bring to room temperature 30 minutes before serving and check the seasoning.

972

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 oz. Great Northern, baby lima beans, Kosher salt, 2 tbsp. olive oil, and more.

Yes, White Bean and Tuna Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

White Bean and Tuna Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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