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Mediterranean Bean Salad Recipe

Mediterranean Bean Salad

A refreshing and protein-rich salad that is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish. It's packed with Mediterranean flavors and healthy ingredients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Refrigeration Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bean Salad
  • 1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 15-ounce can kidney beans rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup red onion chopped fine
  • 3/4 cup celery chopped
  • 1 small cucumber peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 3/4 cup fresh Italian parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 2 tomatoes chopped fine
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives optional
  • 1/3 cup pepperoncini optional
Bean Salad Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1.5 lemons juiced
  • 1 clove garlic peeled and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • ground pepper and sea salt to taste

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, add the ingredients for the salad and toss.
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the ingredients and toss again.
  3. Refrigerate for 45-60 minutes before serving.
Bean Salad Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and Italian seasoning. Or add everything to a mason jar, seal the lid tightly and shake well.

Notes

This salad is versatile and can be customized with your favorite beans or vegetables. It's a great make-ahead dish as the flavors improve after marinating.