WHITE BEAN TUNA SALAD

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"I adapted this recipe from one in my local newspaper," writes Kathy Armstrong of Post Falls, Idaho. "The zippy Dijon dressing adds interest to the beans, tuna, olives and onion. It makes a filling and healthy lunch that I like to take to work.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (12 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
3/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, garlic, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper; gradually whisk in oil. , In a large bowl, combine the beans, tuna, olives and onion; add dressing and toss gently. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 754mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges