Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this White Bean and Tomato Salad is the perfect no-cook dish for any occasion. Packed with tender cannellini or great northern beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette featuring olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic, this salad is a symphony of textures and tastes. Fresh parsley adds an aromatic herbal note, while a sprinkling of optional feta cheese takes it to the next level of savory satisfaction. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no stove time, this gluten-free, vegetarian recipe is a versatile starβideal as a light lunch, side dish, or even a meal prep option. Serve it chilled for a refreshing bite or at room temperature to let the flavors shine. Easy, healthy, and irresistibly delicious, this white bean salad delivers vibrant nutrition with every bite!
Rinse and drain the canned white beans thoroughly, then set aside to remove excess moisture.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to a large mixing bowl.
Finely dice half of a red onion and chop the fresh parsley; add both to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes.
Mince one clove of garlic and, in a small bowl, whisk it together with the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Add the drained white beans to the mixing bowl with the vegetables, then pour the vinaigrette over the top.
Gently toss everything together until well combined, ensuring the beans and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
If using feta cheese, sprinkle it over the salad just before serving for an extra layer of flavor.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Calories |
927 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 58.5 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2867 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.8 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 579 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2010 mg | 43% | |
*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.