KIDNEY BEAN TUNA SALAD

Kidney Bean Tuna Salad image

This light, nutritious entree salad for two comes from Sandra Fisher of Kent, Washington. It's especially pretty served on a lettuce-lined plate for a special luncheon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (6 ounces) water-packed tuna, drained and broken into chunks
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt and pepper. Pour over tuna mixture and toss lightly. Serve on a bed of lettuce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Fat 24g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1026mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 31g protein.