Author Notes
We all have busy schedules and not having the time to prepare satisfying meals on the fly can be challenging. That’s why I’m a fan of utilizing beans, veggies and herbs along with basic pantry products to make a nutritious, colorful and tasty meal!
This filling and fancy tuna salad will do exactly that. And surprisingly, hummus is a great alternative to mayo here. —Basil and Roses
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Ingredients
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19 ounces
can cannelini beans
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1/2-1
jalapeno pepper
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1
small red onion
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1/2 cup
sliced cherry or grape tomatoes
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1/2
zest of 1 lemon
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1
can good tuna in olive oil
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1/2-1
juice of 1 lemon based on taste
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2 teaspoons
dried mint
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2-3 tablespoons
plain hummus
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1 teaspoon
dijon mustart
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1
toasted pita
Directions
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Combine beans, jalapeno, tomato, red onion and lemon zest.
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Add Tuna, squeeze lemon juice, add hummus, Dijon mustard and mix gently.
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Sprinkle with dried mint and fold in all ingredients.
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Serve with toasted pita and enjoy!
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Salt + Pepper to taste
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