White Bean and Tuna Salad with Shaved Squash

White beans and enormous flakes of tuna not solely soak up the flavors of a thyme-infused lemon marinade, however a few of their very own traits add to it. Creamy cannellini beans add a touch of physique whereas the jarred tuna in oil provides richness and salinity, which leads to a marinade that turns into a dressing. Ribbons and skinny slices of zucchini and summer season squash soften sufficient however preserve a texture that contrasts properly with the beans. Whereas you need to use any type of tuna, Justin Chapple seeks out jarred tuna ventresca (the wealthy meat from the tuna stomach) for this recipe as a result of it has an exceptionally savory taste and melt-in-your-mouth texture.

What are the variations between jarred tuna and canned tuna?

Regardless of each being tuna merchandise, there are just a few key variations between jarred tuna and canned tuna. Jarred is often costlier and constructed from higher-quality cuts, reminiscent of tuna stomach or yellowfin. Canned tuna, however, often consists of flakes or chunks of albacore or skipjack. Jarred tuna additionally tends to be extra tender and is usually packed in high-quality olive oil to take care of its texture and improve its taste. Canned tuna is out there packed in both oil or water.

What beans are the very best substitute for cannellini?

Nice Northern beans are the closest in texture and taste to cannellini beans. You too can use navy beans, that are barely smaller than cannellini however nonetheless creamy and delicate in taste.

Notes from the Meals & Wine Check Kitchen

When shaving zucchini, use a peeler to shave one facet till you attain the seedy heart. Then, flip the zucchini, and relaxation it on the flat shaved facet for higher stability. Repeat with both sides, and discard no matter seedy heart you find yourself with.

As a substitute of tuna, you may also use shredded rotisserie rooster on this salad.

Prompt pairing

Pair this refreshing tackle tuna salad with a summery, berry-accented rosé, reminiscent of Château Peyrassol Côtes de Provence.

Make forward

Retailer salad in an hermetic container within the fridge for as much as two days.