White Bean Olive Salad

Bright, fresh, and utterly satisfying, this White Bean Olive Salad is a Mediterranean-inspired medley perfect for light lunches, quick weeknight meals, or effortless entertaining. Featuring creamy white beans, briny Kalamata olives, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic parsley, this salad is a harmony of bold flavors and vibrant colors. Tossed in a zesty dressing made with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and a hint of garlic and oregano, each bite bursts with tangy, herbaceous goodness. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this healthy, gluten-free dish is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it as a hearty side, a standalone vegetarian option, or pair it with crusty bread or grilled proteins for a well-rounded meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern)
• 0.5 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the canned white beans thoroughly in a colander to remove any excess liquid or sodium.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the white beans, sliced Kalamata olives, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.

Step 3

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Serve as a standalone dish or alongside crusty bread, grilled chicken, or fish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(903.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1002.1

Total Fat 62.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3438.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 92.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.8g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 28.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 457.7mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 2119.6mg	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: 53.9%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 35.1%