Mediterranean White Bean Salad (Print View)

Fresh white beans mixed with crisp veggies and tangy feta in a light, herb-infused dressing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Beans & Cheese

01 - 2 cans (14 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 5.3 oz crumbled feta cheese

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 medium cucumber, diced
04 - 7 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
06 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1.8 oz Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
08 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

→ Dressing

09 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - 1 tsp dried oregano
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a large salad bowl, mix white beans, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, diced red bell pepper, sliced Kalamata olives, and chopped parsley.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
04 - Incorporate the crumbled feta into the salad and toss lightly, or sprinkle on top for garnish.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Protein-rich and filling
  • Easy and quick to prepare
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a handful of chopped fresh mint or basil
  • To make it vegan, omit the feta or substitute with a plant-based feta alternative
03 -
  • Drain and rinse beans well to avoid excess salt
  • Use fresh herbs for a bright flavor boost
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