Description
Enjoy a refreshing Mediterranean Bean Salad that beautifully combines a medley of legumes and vibrant vegetables, all dressed in a zesty homemade dressing. This nutritious salad is perfect for any occasion, from summer barbecues to casual weeknight dinners. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s not only a delightful dish but also a wholesome addition to your meal plan. Whether enjoyed on its own or as a side, the flavors and textures of this salad will leave you wanting more. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this colorful and easy-to-make Mediterranean Bean Salad!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 3/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
- 3/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- juice of 1.5 lemons
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Italian seasoning, salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the garbanzo beans, cannellini beans, kidney beans, red onion, celery, cucumber, parsley, basil, and tomatoes.
- In a separate small bowl or mason jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 45 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Main
- Method: Cold Preparation
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg