Quick and Easy White Bean Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
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Health score
24%
Quick and Easy White Bean Salad
5 min.
4
152kcal

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If you're looking for a quick, nutritious, and delicious side dish, look no further than this Quick and Easy White Bean Salad! Perfectly suited for vegetarians, vegans, and anyone seeking a gluten-free option, this salad is not only healthy but also bursting with flavor. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up this delightful dish in a mere 5 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings.

The star of this salad is the white beans, which provide a hearty base packed with protein and fiber. Combined with the zesty brightness of lemon juice and the aromatic touch of Herbs de Provence, each bite is a refreshing experience. The addition of red onion adds a subtle crunch and a hint of sharpness, perfectly balanced by the richness of extra virgin olive oil.

This salad is not just quick to prepare; it also gets better with time. Allowing it to chill for a few hours lets the flavors meld beautifully, making it a fantastic make-ahead option for picnics or potlucks. Plus, it keeps well in the refrigerator for a couple of days, ensuring you have a tasty and healthy side dish ready whenever you need it. Enjoy this vibrant salad as a side to your favorite main course or as a light meal on its own!

Ingredients

  • 14.5 ounce beans white rinsed drained canned
  • tablespoons onion red chopped
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • teaspoons red-wine vinegar (red or white)
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin 
  • 0.5 teaspoon herbs de provence dry crumbled finely chopped ()
  • servings salt and pepper freshly ground to taste

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Let the onion marinate in lemon juice: After you chop up the onion, squeeze a little lemon juice over it and let it sit while prepping the other ingredients. According to my mother, this will take the edge off the onion.
    2. Combine all ingredients into a serving dish. You can serve right away if you want, but if you chill for a few hours, the flavors will come together better.
    3. Lasts a couple of days in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories152kcal
    Protein19.47%
    Fat22.19%
    Carbs58.34%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    14.5
    Glycemic Load
    5.33
    Inflammation Score
    -4
    Nutrition Score
    8.0130433741471%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    0.18mg
    Hesperetin
    0.54mg
    Naringenin
    0.05mg
    Luteolin
    0.01mg
    Isorhamnetin
    0.25mg
    Kaempferol
    0.03mg
    Quercetin
    1.03mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:151.74kcal
    7.59%
    Fat:3.82g
    5.88%
    Saturated Fat:0.57g
    3.55%
    Carbohydrates:22.6g
    7.53%
    Net Carbohydrates:17.52g
    6.37%
    Sugar:0.61g
    0.67%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:199.5mg
    8.67%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:7.54g
    15.08%
    Manganese:0.55mg
    27.38%
    Fiber:5.08g
    20.3%
    Iron:3.27mg
    18.18%
    Folate:68.84µg
    17.21%
    Potassium:479.79mg
    13.71%
    Magnesium:53.52mg
    13.38%
    Copper:0.24mg
    12.12%
    Phosphorus:95.72mg
    9.57%
    Vitamin E:1.33mg
    8.88%
    Calcium:79.06mg
    7.91%
    Zinc:1.17mg
    7.8%
    Vitamin K:7.25µg
    6.91%
    Vitamin B1:0.1mg
    6.83%
    Vitamin B6:0.09mg
    4.27%
    Selenium:1.68µg
    2.4%
    Vitamin B2:0.04mg
    2.38%
    Vitamin C:1.9mg
    2.3%
    Vitamin B5:0.2mg
    2.01%