Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Italian White Bean Salad, a delightful combination of creamy cannellini beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty salsa verde dressing. Perfect for any occasion—be it a casual lunch or a festive picnic—this no-cook dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients. With its refreshing taste and versatility, you can serve it as a main dish or side salad. Enjoy it topped with albacore tuna for an added protein boost or pair it with crusty bread to elevate your dining experience. This salad is bound to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz / ~400 g) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- ¼ cup Nocellara del Belice or Castelvetrano olives, torn
- ¼ cup red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
- Optional: 225 g albacore tuna in olive oil, drained
Instructions
- Prepare the salsa verde: In a small bowl, mix parsley, basil, garlic, olive oil, red apple vinegar, and seasonings.
- Combine the salad: In a medium bowl, gently mix cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, olives, and red onion. Sprinkle with salt.
- Add the dressing: Drizzle salsa verde over the bean mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve: Top with albacore tuna if desired and enjoy with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Use fresh herbs for maximum flavor. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to meld flavors. Feel free to customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or cucumbers.