Name: Italian White Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 can (14 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered; ¼ cup Nocellara del Belice or Castelvetrano olives, torn; ¼ cup red onion, sliced; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon chopped capers; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar; 2 tablespoons parmesan shavings (optional)

Description

This Italian White Bean Salad is a delightful medley of vibrant colors and fresh flavors, perfect for any occasion. Quick to prepare and requiring no cooking, this salad features protein-packed cannellini beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty herbs, all tossed in a flavorful salsa verde dressing. It’s an ideal dish for busy days or as a refreshing side for grilled meats. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or part of a picnic spread, this salad promises to bring the taste of Italy right to your table.

Ingredients

Scale

1 can (14 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
¼ cup Nocellara del Belice or Castelvetrano olives, torn
¼ cup red onion, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped capers
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
2 tablespoons parmesan shavings (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the salsa verde by mixing parsley, basil, capers, garlic, anchovy paste (or salt), red pepper flakes, black pepper, olive oil, and vinegar in a small bowl.
In a medium bowl, combine the cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, torn olives, and red onion. Sprinkle with kosher salt and toss gently.
Drizzle the salsa verde over the salad mixture and toss carefully.
Lightly mix in parmesan shavings if desired before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No Cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 345
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor. Allow the salad to chill for 30 minutes before serving to enhance its taste. Feel free to add additional vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch.