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Antipasto Style White Bean Salad Recipe

☀️ **Escape to the Mediterranean with this vibrant White Bean Salad!** ☀️ This healthy and refreshing Spanish-Mediterranean inspired recipe is perfect for summer gatherings or a light lunch. Bursting with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty vinaigrette, it's the perfect side dish or light meal. Easy to make and even better the next day!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 449.8 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
Antipasto Style White Bean Salad

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Ingredients for Antipasto Style White Bean Salad

  • Navy Beans
  • Red Bell Pepper
  • Artichoke Hearts
  • Red Onion
  • Kalamata Olive
  • Hearts Of Palm
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Mint Leaf
  • Basil
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Red Wine Vinegar
  • Salt And Pepper

How to Make Antipasto Style White Bean Salad

  1. **Prep the Veggies:** Wash and chop 1 red bell pepper into 1/2-inch pieces, 1/2 cup of red onion into thin slices, and 1 cucumber into 1/2-inch pieces.
  2. **Combine Ingredients:** In a large bowl, combine 1 (15-ounce) can of cannellini beans (rinsed and drained), the prepared bell pepper, red onion, cucumber, 1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil.
  3. **Whisk the Vinaigrette:** In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. **Dress the Salad:** Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetable and bean mixture. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. **Chill & Serve:** Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Give it a good stir before serving. Enjoy chilled!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

15g

Carbs

17g

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