Tuna And White Bean Salad
Source of Recipe
Internet Newsgroup
List of Ingredients
1 garlic clove
3 T fresh lemon juice
3/4 t salt
1/2 t black pepper
1/4 C extra-virgin olive oil
1 (15-19 oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (1-lb) seedless cucumber (usually plastic-wrapped), quartered lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/3" thick slices
1 lb tomatoes (3 medium), cut into 1" pieces
1 1/2 C loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 (6-oz) cans tuna packed in oil (preferably olive oil), drained
Recipe
Mince garlic and mash to a paste with a pinch of salt using a large heavy knife. Whisk together garlic paste, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until combined well. Let stand at room temperature 10 minutes. Gently toss beans, cucumber, tomatoes, and parsley with half of dressing. Transfer to a platter or bowl and arrange tuna on top, breaking up any large pieces with a fork. Drizzle remaining dressing over tuna. Makes 6 main-course servings.
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