Green Bean Salad with Tuna Sauce and Olives

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
38%
Green Bean Salad with Tuna Sauce and Olives
45 min.
4
184kcal

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Discover a delightful twist on the classic green bean salad with our Green Bean Salad with Tuna Sauce and Olives. This dish not only embodies the vibrant flavors of fresh ingredients but also caters to various dietary needs, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. Perfect as a side dish, it brings a refreshing balance to your meals while adding a nutritious punch.

Imagine crisp-tender green beans, beautifully paired with a smooth and savory tuna sauce infused with the rich taste of anchovy paste and brightened by the zesty notes of fresh lemon juice. The combination of brine-cured olives adds a tantalizing burst of flavor, while fresh flat-leaf parsley provides a touch of herbaceous freshness. It's a simple yet elegant dish that can elevate any dining experience, whether it's a casual family dinner or a sophisticated gathering with friends.

In just 45 minutes, you can prepare this stunning salad that presents a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The recipe serves four, making it an ideal choice for sharing—and you can feel good about serving a dish that’s both wholesome and delicious. Dive into this culinary adventure that promises to please your palate while adhering to your dietary preferences!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon anchovy paste 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh
  • pound green beans trimmed
  • 1.5 teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • ounce tuna white packed in oil, drained and flaked canned
  • tablespoons water 
  • tablespoons olives black

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • pot
  • blender
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cook beans in a large pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Drain in a colander and immediately transfer to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. When beans are cold, drain and pat dry with paper towels, then arrange on a platter and season with salt.
  3. Purée tuna with olive oil, water, lemon juice, and anchovy paste in a blender, scraping down sides as necessary, until very smooth. Season sauce with salt and pepper and spoon over beans. Scatter olives and parsley leaves on top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories184kcal
Protein13.83%
Fat68.86%
Carbs17.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.5
Glycemic Load
2.25
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.49478262922%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
4.32mg
Luteolin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
0.54mg
Myricetin
0.44mg
Quercetin
3.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:183.71kcal
9.19%
Fat:14.73g
22.66%
Saturated Fat:2.08g
13.03%
Carbohydrates:8.33g
2.78%
Net Carbohydrates:5.07g
1.84%
Sugar:3.78g
4.2%
Cholesterol:8.93mg
2.98%
Sodium:172.6mg
7.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.66g
13.31%
Vitamin K:89.97µg
85.68%
Selenium:16.16µg
23.08%
Vitamin C:17.22mg
20.87%
Vitamin A:979.48IU
19.59%
Vitamin E:2.7mg
18%
Vitamin B3:3.28mg
16.39%
Fiber:3.27g
13.06%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.7%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.74%
Folate:42µg
10.5%
Iron:1.81mg
10.07%
Vitamin B12:0.56µg
9.33%
Magnesium:35.9mg
8.98%
Potassium:299.68mg
8.56%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.43%
Phosphorus:77.47mg
7.75%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.9%
Calcium:54.58mg
5.46%
Copper:0.1mg
5.14%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.16%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.12%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.87%
Source:Epicurious