Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLeñaAlubias Blancas Recipe

Alubias Blancas Recipe

Inspired by Leña
Time1h 10m
Serves4

navy beans, poached albacore tuna, red onion, grilled bread

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Seasonings

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Soak the Navy Beans

    In a bowl, soak the navy beans in water for at least 6 hours or overnight to soften.

  2. 2

    Cook the Navy Beans

    After soaking, drain the beans and place them in a pot with fresh water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Red Onion

    Peel and finely chop the red onion. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Tuna

    Open the can of albacore tuna, drain the liquid, and break the tuna into large chunks.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked navy beans, tuna, chopped red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.

  2. 6

    Prepare Grilled Bread

    Grill the bread slices until golden brown and crispy on both sides.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Spoon the navy bean and tuna mixture onto the grilled bread and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

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