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Easy Mediterranean Bean Salad Recipe

Easy Mediterranean Bean Salad Recipe
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This Mediterranean Bean Salad recipe is loaded with a variety of beans, fresh vegetables, and herbs, all drizzled in a zesty Mediterranean dressing. It’s a nutritious and flavorful dish that is perfect for potlucks or summer barbecues.

Ingredients

Bean Salad Ingredients:

  • 1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup red onion, chopped fine
  • 3/4 cup celery, chopped
  • 1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
  • 3/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped fine
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, optional
  • 1/3 cup pepperoncini, optional

Bean Salad Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • juice of 1–1/2 lemons
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • ground pepper and sea salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine all the salad ingredients and toss well.
  2. Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or mason jar.
  3. Toss with Dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss again until well coated.
  4. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for 45-60 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Try using feta cheese instead of Parmesan for a tangy twist.
  • Experiment with additional vegetables like zucchini, red pepper, or basil leaves.
  • Double the dressing for extra flavor and marination.
  • Enhance the salad with dried basil and oregano for a more robust taste.

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