Description
Mediterranean White Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that comes together in just 15 minutes! This delightful salad combines creamy cannellini beans with fresh vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, and red bell peppers, all tossed in a zesty dressing of olive oil and apple cider vinegar. Topped with tangy feta cheese and Kalamata olives, it’s bursting with flavor while being an excellent source of protein and fiber. Perfect as a light lunch, hearty side dish, or party appetizer, this salad is versatile enough to accommodate various dietary preferences. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) white cannellini beans (drained & rinsed)
- 2 mini cucumbers (chopped)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 10 oz little tomatoes (halved)
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives (pitted & chopped)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red apple cider vinegar
- Fresh parsley, oregano, salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained cannellini beans, chopped cucumbers, red bell pepper, halved tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle with olive oil and apple cider vinegar. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Gently toss all ingredients until well mixed. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg