Hardy Tuna Salad

Hardy salad, packed with protein and a balance of sweet and savory flavors (makes 1.5 lbs):

2, 5 oz cans solid white tuna chunks
15.5 oz can pink beans-rinsed
1/2 medium granny smith apple (~5 oz) - small dice
1/2 medium red onion (~4 oz) - small dice
1/2 medium yellow sweet pepper (~5 oz) - small dice
1/2 medium green sweet pepper (~5 oz) - small dice
1/2 cup & 2 T shredded Parmesan cheese
cayenne-to taste
paprika-to taste
salt-to taste
pepper-to taste
3 T extra virgin olive oil
1 T balsamic vinegar
Optional: apple slices, multi-grain toast

1. In a bowl, combine all ingredients.
2. Mix well.
3. Serve with apple slices or on warm multi-grain toast.