Tuscan White Bean Salad
Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Tuscan White Bean Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect as a light lunch or a hearty side. Featuring creamy cannellini beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and aromatic fresh herbs like parsley and basil, this salad is a celebration of wholesome ingredients. Tossed in a zesty dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and a hint of garlic, it delivers the perfect balance of tangy and savory flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a quick and healthy option for busy days. Serve it on a bed of baby arugula or mixed greens for an extra layer of texture and nutrients. Perfect for meal prep, this salad tastes even better after chilling as the flavors deepen. Ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or a clean-eating menu, this recipe highlights the best of Italian-inspired cuisine with simple, fresh ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 ounces cannellini beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.25 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 cups optional baby arugula or mixed greens
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and basil.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if necessary.
If desired, serve the salad on a bed of baby arugula or mixed greens for added texture and flavor.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.5 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2312 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.5 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 37.9 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 514 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 2901 mg | 62% | |
*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.
