Fasolia Piaz Bean Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, Fasolia Piaz Bean Salad is a quick yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This vibrant salad combines tender white beans, juicy tomatoes, and crisp red onions with a zesty dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika. Fresh parsley adds a herbaceous touch, while a hint of garlic ties everything together for a wonderfully balanced flavor. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this bean salad is an ideal option for a healthy lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a light dinner. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to enjoy its robust, tangy goodness, perfect for summer gatherings or meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams cooked white beans (such as cannellini or navy beans)
• 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 50 grams fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked white beans and set aside.

Step 2

Thinly slice the red onion and place it in a small bowl of cold water for 5 minutes to reduce its sharpness. Drain well.

Step 3

Add the onion, diced tomatoes, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the beans.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to combine all the ingredients.

Step 6

Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 7

Serve the Fasolia Piaz Bean Salad at room temperature or chilled, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	912.5 grams (912.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	956

Total Fat 45.80g	59%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2420mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 111.10g	40%
Dietary Fiber 33.20g	119%
Total Sugars 15.20g
Protein 36.30g	73%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 456mg	35%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 3385mg	72%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 44.4%