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Italian White Bean Salad

Deliciously Fresh Italian White Bean Salad in Minutes

This Italian White Bean Salad is a quick, no-cook dish packed with fresh ingredients and Mediterranean flavors, making it perfect for light lunches or gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup Castelvetrano Olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Shavings omit for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Capers optional
For the Dressing
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Anchovy Paste or miso paste for vegetarian
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes to taste
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil high-quality preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or lemon juice as substitute
Optional Addition
  • 1 can Albacore Tuna packed in olive oil

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Salsa Verde: In a small bowl, combine parsley, basil, capers, minced garlic, and anchovy paste. Gradually stir in olive oil and vinegar. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, fold together cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, olives, and red onion. Sprinkle with salt and toss lightly before adding salsa verde.
  3. Dress Salad: Drizzle salsa verde over salad. Gently fold everything together to avoid mashing beans.
  4. Finish and Serve: Top with Parmesan shavings and optional tuna. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for better flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Rinse the beans thoroughly before use. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste. Mellow onions by soaking in cold water if desired. Chill for enhanced flavor. Taste before serving to adjust seasoning.

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