Refreshing Cannellini Bean Salad

Brighten your table with this Refreshing Cannellini Bean Salad, a vibrant medley of flavors and textures that comes together in just 15 minutes! Packed with protein-rich cannellini beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and aromatic fresh herbs like parsley and basil, this salad is as healthy as it is satisfying. Tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic dressing and optionally topped with creamy crumbled feta, it’s a perfect choice for a light lunch, a colorful side dish, or a nutritious potluck contribution. Best served chilled or at room temperature, this no-cook, Mediterranean-inspired recipe is an effortless way to embrace wholesome ingredients while delighting your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cannellini beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 medium cucumber (diced)
• 0.5 medium red onion (finely chopped)
• 0.25 cup parsley (fresh, chopped)
• 0.25 cup basil leaves (fresh, chopped)
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper
• 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the cannellini beans thoroughly, and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and finely chopped red onion to the bowl with the beans.

Step 3

Chop the fresh parsley and basil leaves, then sprinkle them over the vegetables in the bowl.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad for added creaminess and flavor.

Step 7

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, then cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve cold or at room temperature as a side dish or light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1137.2 grams (1137.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	938

Total Fat 44.90g	58%
Saturated Fat 13.10g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 2635mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 102.40g	37%
Dietary Fiber 28.90g	103%
Total Sugars 14.20g
Protein 41.10g	82%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 910mg	70%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 3011mg	64%

*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: 41.3%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 41.9%