Fasolia Piaz Bean Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, Fasolia Piaz Bean Salad is a quick yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This vibrant salad combines tender white beans, juicy tomatoes, and crisp red onions with a zesty dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika. Fresh parsley adds a herbaceous touch, while a hint of garlic ties everything together for a wonderfully balanced flavor. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this bean salad is an ideal option for a healthy lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a light dinner. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to enjoy its robust, tangy goodness, perfect for summer gatherings or meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams cooked white beans (such as cannellini or navy beans)
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 50 grams fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked white beans and set aside.
Thinly slice the red onion and place it in a small bowl of cold water for 5 minutes to reduce its sharpness. Drain well.
Add the onion, diced tomatoes, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the beans.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to combine all the ingredients.
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the Fasolia Piaz Bean Salad at room temperature or chilled, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
956 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.8 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2420 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.1 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.2 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 36.3 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 3385 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
