Tuna & White Bean Power Bowl — 40g Protein, Under $3
This isn’t your sad desk lunch. The tuna and white bean power bowl is a protein-packed, no-cook meal that comes together in under 5 minutes and tastes like something you’d actually look forward to eating. White beans add a creamy, hearty texture while doubling up on plant protein, and canned tuna does all the heavy lifting on the macro side. A simple lemon-mustard dressing ties everything together without any fancy ingredients. Ideal for solo eaters who want big results without big effort.
Ingredients
Method
- Drain the tuna well and add it to a bowl, breaking it apart with a fork.
- Rinse and drain the white beans thoroughly, then add them to the bowl.
- Add the diced red onion and sliced celery.
- In a small cup, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until combined.
- Pour the dressing over the bowl and toss everything together.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add parsley or capers if using.
- Taste and adjust — a bit more lemon juice goes a long way here.
- Eat straight from the bowl or serve over a bed of spinach if you want to add volume.
Notes
Buy your canned tuna and white beans in multi-packs. Store brands on both are nearly identical in quality to name brands and can cut your cost by 30–40%. One can of white beans gives you two servings, so refrigerate the other half for tomorrow’s lunch.
