Gluten-Free White Bean Salad
Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Gluten-Free White Bean Salad is a quick and refreshing dish perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Packed with protein-rich cannellini or great northern beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and aromatic fresh herbs like parsley and basil, this salad is a celebration of fresh simplicity. Tossed in a zesty dressing made with fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and a hint of garlic, every bite strikes the perfect balance of tangy and savory. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is nutritious, naturally gluten-free, and versatile enough to serve as a light main course or a colorful side dish. Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch or a crowd-pleasing addition to your table, this white bean salad is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern beans), rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Place the rinsed and drained white beans in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped basil to the bowl with the beans.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to make the dressing.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl.
Step 5
Toss everything gently but thoroughly to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Step 7
Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a side dish or a light main course!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (977.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 874.3 |
| Total Fat 45.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1746.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 97.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.1g | |
| Protein 31.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 436.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2744.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories