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Italian White Bean Salad

Italian White Bean Salad: A Quick, Refreshing Delight

This Italian White Bean Salad is a vibrant, no-cook dish featuring creamy cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, and olives, all tossed with a zesty salsa verde.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans Rinse thoroughly to avoid starchy liquid.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes.
  • 1/2 cup Castelvetrano Olives Can substitute with another type of green olive.
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced for crunch.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Start with a pinch and adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Shavings preferred for texture.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Fresh herbs are crucial for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Fresh herbs are crucial for flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Capers
  • 1 clove Garlic Finely chopped or grated.
For the Dressing
  • 1 teaspoon Anchovy Paste Optional; substitute with miso paste if needed.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional based on spice preference.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil High quality is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
For Optional Additions
  • 1 can Albacore Tuna Optional for extra protein.
  • 1 loaf Crusty Bread For serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Salsa Verde: In a small bowl, combine parsley, basil, capers, garlic, anchovy paste (if using), red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Drizzle in olive oil and vinegar, whisking to mix. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Assemble Salad: In a medium bowl, combine cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, olives, and onion. Add kosher salt and toss gently.
  3. Combine: Drizzle salsa verde over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  4. Finish: Top with parmesan and optionally add tuna. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad maintains freshness for up to 3 days in the fridge. Use the ripest tomatoes and freshest herbs for best flavor.

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