Description
This Mediterranean Bean Salad is a colorful and nutritious dish that brings together protein-rich beans and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a light lunch, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. With its vibrant hues and satisfying textures, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any event. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully for an even tastier experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 3/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1 small cucumber, chopped
- 3/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- Dressing: olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all the beans, red onion, celery, cucumber, parsley, and tomatoes. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the bean mixture and toss again until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for 45-60 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg