Red and White Bean Salad

Bright, colorful, and packed with flavor, this Red and White Bean Salad is a vibrant medley of wholesome ingredients that comes together in just 15 minutes. Featuring tender red kidney beans and creamy cannellini beans, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a touch of zesty red onion, this protein-rich salad is as satisfying as it is nutritious. A tangy homemade vinaigrette, made with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and garlic, ties it all together, while fresh parsley adds a refreshing finish. Perfect as a quick lunch, healthy side dish, or crowd-pleasing appetizer, this no-cook recipe is ideal for meal prep and keeps well for days. Simple, delicious, and full of plant-based goodness, this salad is a must-try for your next picnic or potluck!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup red kidney beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
• 1 cup cannellini beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup cucumber (diced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the red kidney beans, cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh parsley.

Step 2

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.

Step 3

Pour the vinaigrette over the bean and vegetable mixture in the large bowl.

Step 4

Toss everything together gently to ensure the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a light lunch, side dish, or appetizer. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	762.2 grams (762.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	683

Total Fat 44.60g	57%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1678mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 61.80g	22%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 16.30g
Protein 16.70g	33%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 197mg	15%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 1595mg	34%

*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: 56.1%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 34.6%