Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Sandwiches

Elevate your sandwich game with these hearty and flavorful Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Sandwiches, a perfect fusion of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients and bold textures. Creamy cannellini beans are lightly mashed and combined with tender, olive oil-packed tuna, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of garlic for a protein-packed filling that's bursting with flavor. Fresh parsley and thinly sliced red onion add vibrant brightness, while baby arugula and juicy tomatoes lend a refreshing crunch. All of this goodness is tucked inside crusty ciabatta rolls, making each bite a satisfying meal. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for picnics, meal prep, or a gourmet lunch, these sandwiches are your new go-to for easy, wholesome eating. Perfect keywords: Mediterranean sandwich recipe, tuna and white bean sandwich, easy meal prep sandwiches.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5 oz cans Canned tuna (packed in olive oil)
• 1 15 oz can Cannellini beans (white beans), drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 4 pieces Ciabatta rolls (or any crusty sandwich bread)
• 2 cups Baby arugula
• 2 medium Tomatoes, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna and add it to a medium mixing bowl. Flake the tuna with a fork.

Step 2

Add the drained and rinsed cannellini beans to the bowl with the tuna. Using a fork, lightly mash about half of the beans while leaving the rest whole for texture.

Step 3

Drizzle in the olive oil and lemon juice, and stir to combine.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, red onion, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 5

Slice the ciabatta rolls in half horizontally. If desired, lightly toast the bread for added texture.

Step 6

Layer the bottom half of each ciabatta roll with baby arugula leaves and tomato slices.

Step 7

Spoon the tuna and white bean mixture generously onto the arugula and tomatoes, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Place the top half of the ciabatta roll on each sandwich and gently press down.

Step 9

Serve immediately, or wrap in parchment paper and refrigerate for up to 24 hours for a make-ahead meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1493.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2401.1

Total Fat 86.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 100.1mg	0%
Sodium 4473.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 133.1g	0%

Vitamin D 166.8IU	0%
Calcium 460.6mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 3281.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.6%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 44.9%