White Bean and Red Onion Salad

Bright, fresh, and effortlessly satisfying, this White Bean and Red Onion Salad is a deliciously simple Mediterranean-inspired dish perfect for quick lunches or elegant side plates. Featuring tender white beans, crunchy red onion slices, and fragrant fresh parsley, this salad is brought to life with a tangy homemade dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, zesty lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a perfect make-ahead option, as the flavors only get better with time. Add juicy cherry tomatoes for an optional burst of color and sweetness, and serve it as a standalone light meal or alongside crusty bread for the ultimate pairing. Bursting with fiber, vibrant flavors, and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for health-conscious food lovers! Perfect keywords: white bean salad, easy Mediterranean side dish, healthy no-cook recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned white beans (e.g., cannellini or navy beans)
• 1 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned white beans under cold water to remove any excess sodium, and set them aside to dry slightly.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the red onion. To mellow its flavor, soak the slices in a bowl of cold water for 5–10 minutes, then drain and pat them dry.

Step 3

Chop the fresh parsley finely and set it aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained white beans, red onion slices, and cherry tomatoes (if using). Add the chopped parsley.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.

Step 8

Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld, or refrigerate if you'd prefer it chilled.

Step 9

Serve as a side dish or with crusty bread for a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(864.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	834.9

Total Fat 44.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2637.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.4g	0%
Total Sugars 13.4g
Protein 27.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 292.6mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1932.6mg	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: 45.9%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 41.5%