Reimagine Your Favorite Tuna Salad With This Bean Tuna Salad Boat, A Vegan Alternative That’s Just As Creamy And Flavorful
Move over chickpea “tuna”, we have a new version in town… made with white beans. This is a vegan alternative that’s just as creamy and flavorful. Cannellini beans form the base, providing a protein-packed and fiber-rich filling that’s perfect for snacking or light lunches. Beans are an excellent plant-based protein source, supporting muscle health and digestion, while the addition of fresh herbs and a tangy dressing adds layers of flavor. Serve it in lettuce cups or on a slice of whole-grain bread for a sustainable, plant-powered version of a classic favorite.
Ingredients
1 can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed) 1 tbsp capers with juice 2 tbsp vegenaise (or mayonnaise) 1 tsp dijon mustard 1 pickle chopped 1 1/2 tbsp banana peppers diced 1/4 red onion diced 1 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped salt and pepper to taste i head of romaine lettuce 1 cucumber speared
Preparation
1. Drain and rinse beans, add them to a bowl with capers and smash with a fork.2. Then add the vegenaise, mustard, pickles, peppers, red onion, and dill.3. Mix until fully combined, then add salt and pepper to taste.4. Wash and separate the lettuce placing them individually on a plate. Then add the cucumber spear and top with the bean salad. Enjoy!.