Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad

Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad

light tuna salad

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 0m
Total Time: 5m
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (25 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

436
calories
22g
fat
39g
carbohydrates
30g
protein
42mg
cholesterol
1120mg
sodium
Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad

Recipe Description

Inspired by travels in Tuscany, I love this light and healthy Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad. I like to use canned cannellini beans for this recipe – they are really creamy and delicious and pair wonderfully with the strong flavor of arugula and the salty tuna.

To make this salad, start by combining arugula with white beans, tuna, tomatoes, olives and red onion. Drizzle the ingredients with olive oil and lemon juice and toss to combine. Before serving, top the salad with crumbled feta cheese and season to taste with kosher salt and black pepper.

To make my Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Mix salad ingredients together

    3 min
    Step 1 - Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad

    In a large salad bowl, mix 4 cups of arugula with cannellini beans, 5 oz white albacore tuna, ½ a cup of cherry tomatoes, ¼ cup of sliced olives and thinly sliced red onion.

  2. 2

    Dress

    2 min
    Step 2 - Tuscan Tuna and White Bean SaladStep 2 - Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad

    Drizzle the salad ingredients with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the juice of half a lemon. Toss to combine.

  3. 3

    Serve

    Step 3 - Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad

    Serve topped with crumbled feta cheese and season to taste with kosher salt and black pepper.

This Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad is a light and delicious Italian inspired salad! Try it out soon and come back to leave a review below with your thoughts.

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (25 reviews)
Vera
April 3, 2025
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So easy, delicious! I made this salad for a picnic, and everyone couldn't get enough. The creamy beans and salty tuna are a perfect match. I love how fresh and tasty it is, like Tuscany in a bowl. Plus, it comes together in no time!

Wendy
January 30, 2025
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I made this Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad for a picnic with my husband, and it was a hit! The flavors are superb and so fresh. I used fresh arugula from my garden, which made it even better. This recipe is now a staple in our summer meals!

Mia
January 11, 2025
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I tried this Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad last week. It took no time to throw together. The flavors reminded me of a summer trip to Italy. The creamy beans with arugula and tuna are just a match made in heaven. Will def make it again.

Mike
December 12, 2024
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Totally bomb salad! Made this for a chill Friday night and it was a hit. Super fresh vibes with the arugula and tuna, and the feta on top? Wow!! Can't wait to whip it up again soon!

Xandra
November 9, 2024
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Delicious! I made this salad on a sunny day after recalling my trip to Tuscany. The flavors of the creammy beans and salty tuna took me back. It’s really easy and refreshing—perfect for a picnic!

Ellie
May 12, 2024
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Great and simple!

Emily Johnson
May 8, 2024
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Yasss!

Paige Thompson
April 8, 2024
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I made this Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad for a picnic last week and it was a hit! The creamy beans mixed with the salty tuna and peppery arugula are so yummy. It's simple but looks fancy too.

Yari
February 14, 2024
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OMG this Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad is a game changer. After a hot day, my wife and I whipped this up. It was super easy and tasted like summer in our mouths. Those creamy beans are a total vibe with the arugula. Definitely my new go-to!

Joy
January 25, 2024
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Superb salad, yum!

Ian
January 7, 2024
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Whipped this up after a long day, tasted like Tuscany in my kitchen. So easy and fresh.

Megan Anderson
November 26, 2023
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Delicious!

Helen
November 22, 2023
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Love this salad!

Rebecca Smith
October 10, 2023
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Simple and fresh

Gillian
October 1, 2023
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Superb

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