Tuscan Tuna Salad Sandwiches
Tuna and cannellini beans are a popular combination in Italy. Tossed with a piquant dressing, they make a great sandwich filling.
Ingrediënten
- 1 Can 15 To 19 Ounces White Kidney Beans (Cannellini), Rinsed And Drained
- ½ Cup Chopped Fresh Basil
- 3 Tablespoons Capers Drained And Chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
- ½ Teaspoon Coarsely Ground Black Pepper
- 1 Can 6 Ounces Tuna Packed In Water, Drained And Flaked
- 1 Bunch 4 Ounces Watercress, Tough Stems Trimmed And Sprigs Cut In Half
- 4 6- To 7-Inch Whole-Wheat Pita Breads
- 2 Ripe Medium Tomatoes 6 To 8 Ounces Each, Thinly Sliced
Instructies
- In large bowl, mash 1 cup beans.
- Stir in basil, capers, lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Add tuna, watercress, and remaining beans; toss to mix.
- Cut pita breads in half.
- Spoon tuna mixture onto pita halves; top with tomato slices.
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