Rosemary White Bean Salad

Brighten up your table with this Rosemary White Bean Salad, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s as refreshing as it is wholesome. Featuring tender white beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion, this vibrant salad is tossed in a zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and aromatic minced rosemary. Fresh parsley and a subtle hint of garlic bring even more flavor depth, while optional crushed red pepper flakes add a touch of heat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this nutritious, no-cook recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, a crowd-pleasing side dish, or a light, plant-based main course. Serve chilled or at room temperature for a versatile dish packed with protein, fiber, and Mediterranean goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 87/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked white beans (cannellini, great northern, or navy beans)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 small red onion, finely sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white beans, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and finely sliced red onion.

Step 2

Add the minced fresh rosemary, chopped parsley, and optional crushed red pepper flakes to the bowl.

Step 3

In a smaller bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and gently toss everything together to ensure it is well-coated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more lemon juice, salt, or pepper to your preference.

Step 6

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1057.5 grams (1057.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1030

Total Fat 44.80g	57%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1206mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 125.80g	46%
Dietary Fiber 36.50g	130%
Total Sugars 15.50g
Protein 39.80g	80%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 404mg	31%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 3423mg	73%

*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: 37.8%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 47.2%