White Bean Salad with Lemon and Parmesan
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly savory, this White Bean Salad with Lemon and Parmesan is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect as a side or light main. Bursting with creamy cannellini or great northern beans, the salad is elevated by a tangy lemon and olive oil dressing and topped with nutty, shaved Parmesan cheese. Fresh parsley and a hint of garlic add layers of herbaceous and aromatic depth, while optional red onion offers a subtle crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this recipe is a fantastic choice for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining. Serve it chilled or at room temperature and finish with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan for an easy, elegant touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern)
- 1 whole Lemon
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese (shaved or grated)
- 0.25 cups Parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.25 cups Red onion (finely chopped, optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Rinse and drain the canned white beans thoroughly under cold water to remove excess sodium and any canning liquid. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Then, cut the lemon in half and juice it. You should have about 2-3 tablespoons of lemon juice.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, extra-virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. This will be your dressing.
Pour the dressing over the white beans and gently toss to coat them evenly.
Add the shaved or grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, and red onion (if using) to the beans and toss again to combine.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Serve the salad immediately at room temperature or chill in the fridge for 20 minutes before serving for a slightly colder dish.
Garnish with additional Parmesan or parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
266 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.3 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 742 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 520 mg | 11% | |
*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.
