Tuscan Tuna Salad
An easy & healthy Italian Tuna Salad with no mayonnaise.www.comfortandpeasant.com
Ingredients
- 1 Can white cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 8 Oz grape tomatoes, cut in half
- 2-3 Celery stalks, cut in 1/4" slices
- 1/3 Cup red onions, chopped
- 1/4 Cup chives, chopped
- 1/4 Cup chopped fresh parsley leaves plus more for garnish
- 2- 5 Oz cans good quality flaked Albacore tuna, drained
- 1 Tsp sweet paprika
- 1/2 Tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper
- 1 Tsp white wine vinegar
- 1 Tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 Cup good quality extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Soft-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
- 8 Oz uncooked couscous
Instructions
- Cook the couscous according to the directions on the package.
- In a salad bowl, combine the kidney beans, tomatoes, onions, chives, parsley and mix well. Add the flaked tuna to the bean mixture.
- Add the paprika, cumin, salt and pepper, vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil. Stir gently until the mixture is fully combined. Let sit for a few minutes for the flavours to meld.
- Add the couscous to a serving platter and top with the tuna salad. Add boiled eggs and parsley for garnish. Enjoy.