Two-Bean Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
46%
Two-Bean Salad
20 min.
8
210kcal

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If you’re looking for a vibrant and nutritious addition to your mealtime repertoire, look no further than this delightful Two-Bean Salad. Bursting with flavor and refreshing ingredients, this salad is perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or even a simple weeknight dinner. The combination of cannellini beans and green beans not only gives it a beautiful texture but also provides a hearty source of protein and fiber, making it a satisfying dish even on its own.

What truly elevates this salad is the beautiful, juicy pop of cherry or grape tomatoes, which adds a burst of freshness and color. Tossed in a zesty dressing of fresh lemon juice and olive oil, and enhanced with the subtle aroma of grated lemon peel and the crunch of red onion, every bite is a delicious experience. Plus, this recipe is incredibly versatile – it’s completely vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

Ready in just 20 minutes and serving up to eight people, the Two-Bean Salad is ideal for sharing with family and friends. Whether you serve it as a side dish or a light main course, it promises to please the palate and nourish the body. Give this recipe a try and watch it become a staple in your culinary collection!

Ingredients

  • 30 oz .5 can cannellini beans rinsed canned
  • pint grape tomatoes halved
  • 10 ounces green beans 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  •  onion red sliced
  • servings salt and pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cut green beans into 1-inch lengths and cook in a saucepan of salted water until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Rinse under cold water; dry on paper towels.
  2. In a large bowl, toss together ingredients; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Let stand at least 15 minutes and up to 2 hours before serving at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories210kcal
Protein16.6%
Fat30%
Carbs53.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.75
Glycemic Load
6.99
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.383912946867%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.51mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.3mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
4.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:209.91kcal
10.5%
Fat:7.29g
11.21%
Saturated Fat:1.06g
6.6%
Carbohydrates:29.2g
9.73%
Net Carbohydrates:22.12g
8.04%
Sugar:3.82g
4.24%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:204.98mg
8.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.07g
18.15%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.53%
Fiber:7.08g
28.32%
Vitamin K:27.11µg
25.82%
Folate:93.87µg
23.47%
Iron:3.78mg
21.01%
Potassium:726.44mg
20.76%
Vitamin C:17.04mg
20.65%
Magnesium:71.5mg
17.87%
Copper:0.31mg
15.66%
Vitamin E:2.29mg
15.28%
Vitamin A:738.19IU
14.76%
Phosphorus:129.06mg
12.91%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.76%
Calcium:101.11mg
10.11%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.89%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.37%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.45%
Vitamin B3:0.76mg
3.78%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.58%
Selenium:1.99µg
2.85%
Source:My Recipes