Description
A fresh and vibrant Cherry Tomato and White Bean Salad that’s quick to prepare, packed with protein and fiber, and perfect as a light lunch or side dish. This Mediterranean-inspired salad combines juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy white beans, and a tangy mustard vinaigrette for a deliciously healthy meal option.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the halved cherry tomatoes, rinsed white beans, finely chopped red onion, and chopped fresh parsley. Mix gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients thoroughly without mashing the beans or tomatoes.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and add more salt or pepper if needed to suit your preference.
- Let Flavors Meld: Allow the salad to sit for about 5 minutes so the flavors meld together, enhancing the overall taste.
- Serve: Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or light meal. Enjoy!
Notes
- For added texture and flavor, consider adding chopped cucumber or bell peppers.
- Use canned white beans such as cannellini, great Northern, or navy beans.
- The salad can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; let it come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.
- Optional: sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese or toasted pine nuts for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cherry Tomato Salad, White Bean Salad, Vegetarian Salad, Mediterranean Salad, Healthy Side Dish, Easy Salad Recipe