Fresh Mediterranean Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
31%
Fresh Mediterranean Salad
45 min.
10
160kcal

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Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Fresh Mediterranean Salad, a delightful addition to any meal or gathering. Bursting with fresh ingredients, this dish offers a perfect balance of taste and nutrition, making it an excellent choice for vegetarians and those seeking gluten-free options. With its mix of crisp fennel, juicy tomatoes, and savory olives, each bite invites you on a culinary journey through sun-soaked landscapes and traditional Mediterranean cuisine.

This salad not only looks stunning on any table with its colorful presentation but is also packed with wholesome ingredients like protein-rich cannellini beans and heart-healthy fats from olive oil and sunflower seeds. The crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy touch, while the zesty dressing made with Dijon mustard and red wine vinegar ties all the elements together, giving your palate a refreshing and tangy kick.

Perfect as a side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack, this salad is simple to prepare and requires only 45 minutes of your time. Make it a day ahead for an even more intense flavor, as the components meld beautifully when given some time to chill. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, enjoying a summer picnic, or just looking to elevate your meal, the Fresh Mediterranean Salad is a must-try dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 15.5 ounce cannellini beans rinsed drained canned
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • cups fennel bulb sliced ( 1 medium)
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.8 cup parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • cup olives pitted ripe halved
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  •  plum tomatoes quartered
  • 1.5 cups onion red thinly sliced
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • tablespoons sunflower seeds 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. To prepare vinaigrette, combine first 7 ingredients in a small bowl. Gradually add oil, stirring with a whisk until blended.
  2. To prepare salad, combine fennel and the next 6 ingredients (through tomatoes) in a large bowl.
  3. Drizzle vinaigrette over salad, tossing until well combined.
  4. Sprinkle with sunflower seeds. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Calories160kcal
Protein13.41%
Fat47.73%
Carbs38.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.9
Glycemic Load
3.67
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.163478199555%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.19mg
Naringenin
0.25mg
Apigenin
9.7mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
1.2mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.73mg
Quercetin
5.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:159.9kcal
7.99%
Fat:8.84g
13.61%
Saturated Fat:1.78g
11.13%
Carbohydrates:16.2g
5.4%
Net Carbohydrates:11.76g
4.28%
Sugar:2.99g
3.33%
Cholesterol:5.05mg
1.68%
Sodium:414.56mg
18.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.59g
11.18%
Vitamin K:93.44µg
88.99%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.53%
Vitamin C:15.19mg
18.41%
Fiber:4.44g
17.75%
Vitamin E:2.56mg
17.07%
Vitamin A:795.64IU
15.91%
Folate:57.56µg
14.39%
Potassium:451.91mg
12.91%
Iron:2.23mg
12.41%
Magnesium:44.66mg
11.16%
Copper:0.21mg
10.63%
Phosphorus:102.46mg
10.25%
Calcium:98.54mg
9.85%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.47%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.77%
Zinc:0.97mg
6.45%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.77%
Selenium:3.26µg
4.65%
Vitamin B3:0.74mg
3.71%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.93%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.6%
Source:My Recipes