Vibrant Mediterranean Bean Salad: A Flavorful Feast Awaits

Experience the vibrant Mediterranean Bean Salad, a delicious blend of beans and fresh veggies that's healthy, gluten-free, and easy to prepare.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 2

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Dressing

0.25 cup Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
0.25 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed for best flavor
2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard can substitute with yellow mustard
2 cloves Garlic fresh minced preferred
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano can use fresh oregano
to taste Sea Salt kosher salt is a great option
to taste Black Pepper freshly cracked is best

Salad

1 can Cannellini Beans drained and rinsed
1 can Kidney Beans drained and rinsed
1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
1 English Cucumber diced
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
1 Bell Pepper diced
0.5 cup Kalamata Olives pitted
0.5 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
0.25 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
0.25 cup Fresh Basil chopped
0.5 cup Feta Cheese crumbled, optional for vegan option

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Spoon

Method

Preparation

In a medium bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until well combined and emulsified.
In a large bowl, combine the salad ingredients.
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
If using, carefully fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
Gently stir before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad is best served cold and can be made a day in advance for enhanced flavor.

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