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Italian White Bean Salad

Delicious Italian White Bean Salad Ready in 20 Minutes

This Italian White Bean Salad is a quick, no-cook dish that combines cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, and olives for a refreshing and nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups drained and rinsed cannellini beans Creamy and protein-packed
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes Juicy and sweet
  • ½ cup chopped Nocellara olives Buttery and rich
  • ¼ cup finely diced red onion Adds sharpness
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt Enhances flavor
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley Bright freshness
  • ¼ cup fresh basil Bright freshness
  • 2 tablespoons capers Briny punch
  • 1 clove garlic Adds depth
  • 1 can Albacore Tuna Optional for extra protein
For the Dressing
  • ⅓ cup high-quality extra virgin olive oil Essential for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Balances richness
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Hint of heat
  • black pepper To taste
  • ¼ cup Parmesan shavings Savory touch
For Serving
  • 1 loaf crusty bread Perfect pairing

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine parsley, basil, capers, minced garlic, anchovy paste, red pepper flakes, black pepper, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Whisk together and set aside for 5 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mix the cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, Nocellara olives, and diced red onion. Sprinkle with kosher salt and gently toss.
  3. Drizzle the prepared salsa verde over the bean mixture, folding gently to combine without mashing the beans. Let sit for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Add Parmesan shavings and fold in gently. Serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Let the salad sit for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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