Description
A vibrant salad featuring lemon marinated white beans combined with fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can white beans (such as cannellini or Great Northern), rinsed and drained
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup olives (kalamata or green), pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or oregano for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the rinsed white beans, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, halved olives, and crumbled feta. Stir gently, allowing the colors to mingle and the textures to blend.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, a generous pinch of salt, and pepper. This dressing is your secret weapon; make sure it emulsifies well for uniform flavor.
- Pour the zesty dressing over the salad and toss to combine. As you do, breathe in those vibrant aromas—this is where the magic happens!
- Taste your creation and adjust the seasoning if needed. Maybe a bit more salt or a splash of lemon?
- Allow the salad to rest for about 10 minutes. This simple step lets the flavors meld beautifully, enhancing every bite.
- Just before serving, garnish with fresh parsley or oregano, adding a touch of green that beckons you to dig in.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to two days, but this salad is best enjoyed fresh!
Notes
For make-ahead tips, prepare your salad a few hours in advance, allowing the flavors to develop. Store the dressing separately until ready to serve for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg