Mediterranean White Bean Salad

A healthy and vibrant salad that combines white beans with fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick meal or a gathering.

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Salad

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 320

Main Ingredients

2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed Cannellini beans offer the creamiest texture.
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Use fresh tomatoes that look decent.
1 cucumber, diced Skip it if you’re feeling lazy.
1 bell pepper, chopped Red for sweetness, green for health.
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced Finely diced for less punch.
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped More of a garnish than a necessity.
2 cloves garlic, minced Essential for flavor.
1 juice of lemon Fresh is better, bottled works too.
1/4 cup olive oil Use good-quality extra virgin.
to taste salt and pepper Always taste for seasoning.

Preparation

Gather all ingredients to ensure nothing is forgotten.
Prep the veggies by chopping tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper.
Mix the chopped veggies with the white beans in a big bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
Let the salad chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes to deepen the flavors.

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3g

Leftovers taste even better the next day. Serve in a large bowl with crusty bread. This salad is perfect for meal prepping on weekends.

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