Simple Low Fat White Bean Salad
Light, refreshing, and incredibly easy to make, this Simple Low Fat White Bean Salad is the perfect healthy side dish or light meal! Packed with protein-rich white beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty red onion, this salad is a vibrant medley of fresh, wholesome ingredients that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Tossed in a tangy lemon Dijon dressing with a hint of garlic and a touch of extra virgin olive oil, this recipe delivers bold flavor without the extra calories. Whether you're meal prepping for the week, entertaining guests, or simply craving a no-fuss dish packed with nutrients, this low-fat white bean salad is sure to delight. Serve it chilled for the ultimate light and satisfying dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 425 grams canned white beans (such as cannellini or navy beans), rinsed and drained
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 150 grams cucumber, diced
- 50 grams red onion, finely chopped
- 30 grams fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed and drained white beans, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red onion, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the white bean mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, or serve immediately if preferred.
Garnish with additional parsley if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1785 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.6 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.9 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2402 mg | 51% | |
*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.
