White Bean, Tuna, Onion and Celery Salad
6 servings
15 minutes
A salad of white beans, tuna, onion, and celery is a true example of Italian simplicity and elegance. It hails from traditional Mediterranean recipes where beans often serve as the base for nutritious dishes. Cannellini white beans provide a delicate creamy texture, while tuna adds a rich sea flavor. Celery and onion create freshness and a light spiciness, while olives add an exquisite salty note. The dressing of olive oil and lemon juice brings the components together in a harmonious ensemble. This salad is perfect as a standalone dish or as part of a meal served with crusty bread. It can be served as a light dinner or as an appetizer on a festive table. Its ease of preparation makes it an excellent choice for those who appreciate flavor and health in one dish.
1
Mix the juice of 2 lemons, olive oil, salt, pepper, and parsley in a bowl.
- Lemon: 2 pieces
- Olive oil: 0.5 glass
- Sea salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Chopped parsley: 0.3 glass
2
In a large bowl, mix the beans, thinly sliced onion, finely chopped celery, and thinly sliced olives.
- Cannellini beans: 700 g
- Onion: 1 head
- Celery stalk: 2 pieces
- Pitted olives: 0.5 glass
3
Drain the juice from the tuna cans and break into small pieces. Add to the beans. Pour in the dressing and gently mix. Serve on plates.
- Canned tuna in oil: 340 g