Description
Experience the vibrant flavors and health benefits of Mediterranean Bean Salad, a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a nourishing side. This colorful salad features a mix of protein-rich legumes and fresh vegetables, all dressed in a zesty lemon and garlic dressing that brings everything together. Quick to prepare and highly customizable, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeks or meal prep. Enjoy it chilled, with grilled meats, or as a filling in wraps for an easy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 3/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1 small cucumber, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- Fresh parsley
- Fresh basil
- Dressing: olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine garbanzo beans, cannellini beans, kidney beans, red onion, celery, cucumber, parsley, basil, and tomatoes. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl or mason jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 45-60 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg