Tomato Blue Cheese and Kidney Bean Salad
Bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Tomato Blue Cheese and Kidney Bean Salad is a vibrant side dish or light meal that comes together in just 15 minutes! Featuring juicy ripe tomatoes, creamy blue cheese crumbles, protein-packed kidney beans, and a zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a touch of honey, this salad masterfully balances freshness and indulgence. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and finely diced red onion adds layers of color and crunch, making it an irresistible addition to your table. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this easy no-cook recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients to keep you satisfied.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Ripe tomatoes
- 1 15-ounce can Canned kidney beans
- 100 grams Blue cheese
- 1 small Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned kidney beans under cold water. Set aside to drain completely.
Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Crumble the blue cheese into small chunks and add it to the bowl.
Roughly chop the fresh parsley and add it to the salad mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Let the salad rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.9 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 735 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 672 mg | 14% | |
*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.
