Name: Mediterranean Bean Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: ⅓ cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar; 2 teaspoons dijon mustard; 2 cloves garlic, minced; ½ teaspoon oregano; ½ teaspoon sea salt (plus more to taste); freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 19oz can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 19oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 15oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; half an English cucumber, quartered and sliced; 1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced; 1 bell pepper, diced; ½ cup kalamata olives, sliced; ½ cup chopped fresh parsley; ½ cup small-dice red onion; 2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh basil; ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese

Mediterranean Bean Salad

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Mediterranean Bean Salad is a delightful, nutrient-packed dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables and legumes. This colorful salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a quick, healthy meal. Bursting with protein-rich beans and topped with a zesty homemade dressing, this dish is not only visually appealing but also satisfying and wholesome. With just 20 minutes of preparation time, you can enjoy a refreshing salad that keeps well in the fridge for days, making it an ideal choice for meal prep enthusiasts.

Author: Camila
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: Serves 6
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

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⅓ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon sea salt (plus more to taste)
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
19oz can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
19oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
15oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
half an English cucumber, quartered and sliced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced
1 bell pepper, diced
½ cup kalamata olives, sliced
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ cup small-dice red onion
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh basil
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red apple vinegar, dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine the cannellini beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, diced bell pepper, sliced olives, chopped parsley, red onion, and basil leaves.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Gently fold in crumbled feta cheese if desired. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 260
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 440mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 5mg

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