Tuna and Green Bean Salad

Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant and refreshing Tuna and Green Bean Salad—a quick and healthy recipe that bursts with Mediterranean flavors. Crisp-tender green beans, sweet cherry tomatoes, briny capers, and thinly sliced red onion form the perfect base for flaky, protein-packed tuna in olive oil. Tossed in a zesty lemon-Dijon dressing and finished with fresh parsley, this salad is as satisfying as it is nutritious. Ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for meal prep or a light dinner, this dish brings together simple ingredients with bold flavors. Serve it chilled for a delightful crunch and a burst of tangy, herby goodness that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a glass of crisp white wine.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Fresh green beans
• 200 grams Canned tuna in olive oil
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 1 medium Lemon
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. While waiting for it to boil, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and water.

Step 2

Trim the ends of the green beans, then boil them in the pot of water for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Immediately remove the green beans and plunge them into the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 3

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Finely slice the red onion into thin rings. Rinse and drain the capers.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lemon, extra-virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to prepare the dressing.

Step 5

Drain the canned tuna, flake it gently using a fork, and set aside.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the green beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, capers, and flaked tuna.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to coat evenly.

Step 8

Finely chop the parsley and sprinkle it over the salad as a garnish before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Tuna and Green Bean Salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for enhanced flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	941.9 grams (941.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	966

Total Fat 67.00g	86%
Saturated Fat 10.00g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 2340mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 46.50g	17%
Dietary Fiber 17.00g	61%
Total Sugars 21.40g
Protein 53.70g	107%

Vitamin D 400IU	2000%
Calcium 216mg	17%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 1925mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.1%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 18.5%