Description
This vibrant Italian Bean Salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures, with tender beans and crisp vegetables coated in a zesty, herby dressing. It’s the perfect side dish for any occasion – from a simple weeknight meal to a summer gathering.
Ingredients
For the salad:
1 15 oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 15 oz can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup diced cucumber
1 cup diced grape tomatoes
1 cup diced yellow bell pepper, can use orange or red
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup chopped pepperoncini
1/4 cup finely chopped basil
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
For the dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Dash of crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. In a big bowl, mix the chickpeas, cannellini beans, cucumber, tomatoes, yellow bell pepper, red onion, pepperoncini, basil, parmesan cheese, and parsley.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until mixed well.
4. Serve right away or chill for 3060 minutes to let the flavors blend.
Notes
Choose high-quality olive oil for the best flavor in your dressing.
Feel free to customize the vegetables to use what you have on hand.
Taste and adjust the dressing as needed. You may want a bit more vinegar or seasoning.
Make ahead – the salad tastes amazing the next day!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 5g