This season, celebrate with fabulous recipes that will give you all the energy and nutrition you need to combat the most tempting time of the year.

Guilt-Free Appetizers

Appetizers are a wonderful part of holiday dinners, but too often they are laden with fat. As a food writer and Prevention reader, I challenged myself to come up with a delectable appetizer that's low in fat. Inspired by the rustic food at a local bistro, I created a savory spread based on beans straight from the can.

Tuna Cannellini Bean Spread

Combining tuna with cannellini beans is an Italian tradition. This spread is best served on grilled or toasted slices of crusty Italian or French bread. (See " Crostini and Bruschetta Basics" on page three.) Add a little pizzazz by topping the spread with finely diced tomatoes or chopped fresh basil leaves.

• 1 can (6 1/8 oz) solid white tuna packed in water, drained
• 1 cup canned cannellini beans, rinsed well and drained (Great Northern or navy beans can be substituted for cannellini)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 tsp red wine vinegar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 6 kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

In a small bowl, break up the tuna with a fork. Add the beans and roughly mash. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Serve at room temperature.