Sun Dried Tomato Bean Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant Sun-Dried Tomato Bean Salad, a simple yet flavor-packed dish that's perfect as a side or a light, protein-rich main. Bursting with wholesome chickpeas and kidney beans, this Mediterranean-inspired salad is elevated by the tangy sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes, the crunch of red onion, and the fresh herbaceous notes of parsley. Tossed in a zesty dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a touch of honey or maple syrup, every bite delivers a harmonious balance of flavors. For an optional finishing touch, crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty contrast. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for busy days, meal prep, or impromptu gatherings. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, paired with crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
• 1 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional), crumbled

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, kidney beans, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 4

If using feta cheese, sprinkle it over the salad and mix lightly to distribute.

Step 5

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Serve the salad at room temperature or chilled. Enjoy as a side dish or on its own with crusty bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(553.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1115.4

Total Fat 50.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 860.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.0g	0%
Total Sugars 64.3g
Protein 36.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 358.8mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 4984.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.6%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 49.1%