Mediterranean Tuna and White Bean Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in olive oil, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing (2 minutes).

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, briefly warm the drained cannellini beans over low heat for 5 minutes, then let cool slightly (5 minutes).

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the tuna, beans, red onion, parsley, and cherry tomatoes if using (3 minutes).

4. 4

   Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, being careful not to mash the beans (2 minutes).

5. 5

   Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice, then divide between two plates and serve (3 minutes).