Mediterranean Bean Salad: Easy, Healthy & Flavorful Recipe
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Easy, Healthy, and Flavorful Bean Salad. Bursting with protein-rich beans, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing, this salad is the perfect addition to any meal, whether it’s a light lunch or a side dish for dinner. Its bright colors and refreshing taste make it an eye-catching centerpiece at gatherings or potlucks. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this make-ahead salad tastes even better after chilling in the fridge, allowing the ingredients to meld together beautifully. Enjoy a nutritious dish that is as delightful to eat as it is to look at!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, halved
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Drain and rinse all beans thoroughly under cold water and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Chop the cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, and onion; add these chopped veggies to the bowl with the beans.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Add kalamata olives and chopped parsley into the salad; toss lightly again.
- For optimal flavor, refrigerate for 30–60 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg