White Bean Olive Salad
Bright, fresh, and utterly satisfying, this White Bean Olive Salad is a Mediterranean-inspired medley perfect for light lunches, quick weeknight meals, or effortless entertaining. Featuring creamy white beans, briny Kalamata olives, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic parsley, this salad is a harmony of bold flavors and vibrant colors. Tossed in a zesty dressing made with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and a hint of garlic and oregano, each bite bursts with tangy, herbaceous goodness. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this healthy, gluten-free dish is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it as a hearty side, a standalone vegetarian option, or pair it with crusty bread or grilled proteins for a well-rounded meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern)
- 0.5 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and drain the canned white beans thoroughly in a colander to remove any excess liquid or sodium.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the white beans, sliced Kalamata olives, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Serve as a standalone dish or alongside crusty bread, grilled chicken, or fish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.8 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3438 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.1 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.8 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 28.9 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 458 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 2120 mg | 45% | |
*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.
