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Italian White Bean Salad Recipe

Zesty Italian White Bean Salad Recipe Ready in 20 Minutes

This Italian White Bean Salad Recipe is quick, nutritious, and bursting with flavor, making it perfect for any busy weeknight meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1.75 cups Cannellini Beans can use homemade cooked beans instead of canned
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved for freshness
  • 1/2 cup Green Olives (Nocellara or Castelvetrano) torn for better distribution
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion sliced into thin quarter moons
  • to taste Kosher Salt for enhancing flavors
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Shavings can omit for a vegan version
  • 1 can Albacore Tuna (optional) for added protein
For the Salsa Verde
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped for freshness
  • 1/4 cup Basil fresh, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Capers drained
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Anchovy Paste optional for umami flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes for heat
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil high-quality for the dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar adds acidity
For Serving
  • 1 loaf Crusty Bread to complement the salad

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Salsa Verde: In a small bowl, combine chopped fresh parsley, basil, drained capers, minced garlic, anchovy paste (if using), red pepper flakes, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking until smooth, then mix in red wine vinegar.
  2. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add rinsed cannellini beans, halved cherry tomatoes, torn green olives, and sliced red onion. Sprinkle with kosher salt and toss gently to mix.
  3. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the prepared salsa verde over the salad and toss carefully to coat everything without breaking delicate ingredients.
  4. Finish and Serve: Top with parmesan shavings and optional tuna. Serve fresh with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chill the salad for about 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.

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