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Tuna and Bean Salad

Valentine's Day Salads 30 min Easy 29 wyświetleń ~30.02 PLN - (0)
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Description

Tuna and bean salad is a light, colorful, and nutritious dish perfect for a romantic Valentine's meal. It combines tender pieces of tuna, creamy beans, fresh vegetables, and an aromatic mustard-lemon dressing. The dish has a contrast of textures — the softness of the beans and tuna with the crunch of cucumber and the sweetness of cherry tomatoes — and a fresh, slightly tangy flavor thanks to the lemon juice. It can be served on lettuce leaves as an appetizer or as a light lunch with whole grain bread. It looks aesthetically pleasing served in a bowl garnished with parsley and optional avocado, making it suitable for a special Valentine's dinner.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (13)

Servings:
2
  • Tuna in its own juice (drained) 260 g
  • Red beans (cooked, drained) 240 g
  • Red onion 0.5 szt. (~75 g)
  • Fresh cucumber (e.g. greenhouse) 150 g
  • Freshly squeezed lemon juice 30 ml
  • Dijon mustard 15 g
  • Cherry tomatoes 150 g
  • Olive oil 30 ml
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Parsley 0.3 pęczków (~10 g)
  • Salt 2 g
  • Ground black pepper 1 szczypta (~1 g)
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Avocado 0.5 szt. (~100 g)
  • Capers (optional) 15 g
💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~30.02 PLN (15.01 PLN/porcję)

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Preparation steps

Ingredient Preparation

1

Prepare your workspace: take out all the ingredients and tools (large bowl, strainer, cutting board, sharp knife, small bowl for sauce, mixing spoon). Drain the canned tuna in a strainer over the bowl for 1-2 minutes, then gently flake it with a fork into pieces about 1-2 cm in size. Drain the beans: place them in the strainer and rinse under cold water for about 30 seconds, shaking the strainer to remove the liquid and excess salt. Set aside after draining.

Ingredients: Tuna in its own juice (drained), Red beans (cooked, drained)
Use a fine sieve to drain the tuna and beans. When opening the cans, check that the edges are even and the product is not excessively damaged. If the tuna is in oil and you want a lighter salad, drain the oil and blot it with a paper towel.
2

Peel the onion and cut it into very thin half-moons: first, cut the onion in half, place the flat side on the board, and slice lengthwise to create thin feathers. If you want to soften the sharpness of the onion, place the sliced onion in a small bowl of cold water for 5-10 minutes, then drain. Wash the cucumber, trim the ends, and cut it into half-moons about 3-4 mm thick. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half. Finely chop the parsley (keeping the knife straight and moving it back and forth).

Ingredients: Red onion, Fresh cucumber (e.g. greenhouse), Cherry tomatoes, Parsley
Use a sharp chef's knife (20 cm) and a stable cutting board; place a damp cloth underneath the board to prevent it from slipping. Thin onion slices are milder in flavor and blend better in a salad.

Sauce

3

Prepare the dressing in a small bowl: pour in 30 g of olive oil, 30 g of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 15 g of Dijon mustard. Whisk the ingredients with a fork or a whisk for about 20-30 seconds until the dressing becomes smooth and slightly emulsified. Add salt (2 g) and pepper (1 g), mix for another 5 seconds, and taste. The dressing should be distinctly tangy with a gentle spiciness from the mustard; if it is too sour, add a little olive oil (5-10 g).

Ingredients: Olive oil, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Salt, Ground black pepper
Use a small bowl and a whisk or fork. Emulsifying involves combining oil and lemon juice — whisk vigorously to achieve a creamy consistency. Do not pour all the oil at once; add it in a thin stream if you want a thicker sauce.

Assembly

4

In a large bowl, place the drained beans, flaked tuna, chopped onion, cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with the prepared dressing. Gently but thoroughly mix with a spoon (about 20-30 seconds) so that the dressing coats all the ingredients, but do not mash the beans or turn the tuna into a paste. Check the taste — if necessary, season with a pinch of salt or pepper.

Ingredients: Red beans (cooked, drained), Tuna in its own juice (drained), Red onion, Fresh cucumber (e.g. greenhouse), Cherry tomatoes, Olive oil, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Salt, Ground black pepper
Use a large, wide bowl (diameter about 24-28 cm) and a wooden spoon or silicone spatula. Gently mix from the bottom to the top, lifting the ingredients to maintain their structure. If the salad seems too dry, add 5-10 g of oil; if too sour, a small teaspoon of honey (optional).

Toppings and decoration

5

If you are using avocado, cut it in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Cut it into 1-2 cm cubes and gently fold it into the salad or place it on top. Rinse the capers (optional) and sprinkle them over the salad sparingly (about 10-15 g) for a bold flavor. Top everything with finely chopped parsley (10 g). Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Ingredients: Avocado, Capers (optional), Parsley
Avocado darkens quickly — add it just before serving or drizzle with additional lemon juice. Use a small spoon to scoop out the avocado and do not mash it too much.

Serving

6

Transfer the salad to plates or a serving platter. For Valentine's Day, you can shape two portions into hearts using a mold or an inverted bowl as a form. Serve immediately with a piece of crusty bread or on a bed of mixed greens. The dish should be fresh, aromatic, and slightly moist from the dressing.

Ingredients: Tuna in its own juice (drained), Red beans (cooked, drained), Parsley
Use plates with a diameter of 20-24 cm or a decorative platter. If you want, chill the plates in the fridge for 5 minutes before serving to keep the salad fresh longer.

Fun Fact

💡

Canned tuna became popular in the 20th century as a quick source of protein; simple tuna and bean salads were often served as nutritious, easy-to-prepare dishes during World War I and II.

Best for

Walentynki Lekki obiad Piknik Lunch do pracy

Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with a sprig of parsley and a slice of lemon on the edge of the plate. For a Valentine's effect, shape the salad into a heart or serve on individual leaves of romaine lettuce. Dark bread or garlic croutons pair well with the salad.

🥡 Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours — avocado may darken, so it's better to add it just before serving. Reheating is not recommended — the salad tastes best cold. If the salad becomes too dry, add a little olive oil and fresh lemon juice before serving.

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