Tuna and White Bean Salad delivers a refreshing dish showcasing the perfect balance of bright flavors and healthy ingredients. Creamy avocado, hearty white beans, tender tuna, sweet corn, and juicy tomatoes create a vibrant mix of textures and tastes in every bite. Drizzled with a zesty herb dressing, it’s indulgent yet packed with healthy goodness.
Freshness and convenience set this salad apart. With protein-packed tuna and fiber-rich white beans as the base, it’s a nutrient-dense meal that requires minimal prep. The avocado adds a luscious creaminess that perfectly complements the crunch of sweet corn and the tangy burst of ripe tomatoes.
Versatile Tuna and White Bean Salad
Because white bean and tuna salad is so versatile and customizable, it’s a real crowd-pleaser for any occasion. This gorgeous salad delivers flavor, whether for a quick weeknight dinner, a nutritious lunch, or a summer gathering.
It’s easy to adapt with seasonal vegetables or your favorite herbs and pairs well with crackers or crusty bread. Tuna and white bean salad proves that simple, fresh ingredients can come together for both a nourishing and delicious meal.
How to Make Tuna and White Bean Salad
- Dressing – Combine garlic, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, and herbs in a blender or screw-top jar and shake or process until well blended. Set aside. (Photo 1)
- Drain the tuna, beans, and corn (rinsing the beans and corn is optional).
- Combine the tuna, onion, white beans, cherry tomatoes, avocado, garlic, sweet corn, basil, and parsley in a large mixing bowl. (Photo 2-3)
- Serve – Pour your dressing over the salad (adjust the amount to your tastes) and mix well. Pile it on a bed of baby greens, and enjoy. (Photo 4)
Tips & Tricks
- If you have 1-2 extra avocados on hand, you can serve the salad inside halved avocados. It looks pretty and is always a hit with avocado lovers.Â
- The fresher your ingredients, the tastier the salad, my friend. Shoot for ripe tomatoes, even fresh corn if you’ve got it, and just-ripe avocados. 😋
- If you think you might have leftovers, hold off on dressing the entire salad. Instead, dress individual portions and store the salad and dressing separately in the fridge.
How to Store Leftovers
Store leftover salad and dressing in the fridge in airtight containers separately for 1-2 days. You can squeeze some lemon juice over any cut avocado to prevent it from browning too much.
Perfect Pairings for Tuna and White Bean Salad
For those who don’t think salad qualifies as a real meal, make this meal more satiating with some crusty, homemade garlic bread. Then, add a side of tomato basil soup and easy lemon bars for dessert.
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By Imma
This blog post was originally published in January 2015 and has been updated with additional tips and gorgeous photos