Friday, July 22, 2011

YUM! from a friend...

Cannellini Bean Salad Tuna (Insalata di Fagioli)

Ingredients:3 cups canned cannellini beans (drained and rinsed and warmed over medium low heat with a drizzle of olive oil)2 plus Tbs. olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 1 cup chopped celery, including some leaves 1/2 small red onion, chopped Pinch of dried oregano 1 to 2 Tbs. fresh lemon juice 1 can (7 oz.) olive oil-packed tuna, drained and separated into chunks One bag of organic greens (baby romaine, arugula or spring mix)

Directions:.
Place warmed beans in a medium size bowl. Add the celery, onion, oregano, the 2 Tbs. olive oil and 1 Tbs. of the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and toss well. Taste and adjust the seasonings with more lemon juice, salt and pepper.

Arrange mixed greens on a platter. Spoon the beans in the center and top with the tuna. Serve immediately. Serves 4 to 6."

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