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Italian Cannellini Bean Salad
This Italian Cannellini Bean Salad is a simple yet flavorful dish that has become a staple in my kitchen. It's the perfect side salad for lunch or dinner, packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and creamy cannellini beans. Whether you're meal-prepping for the week or whipping up a quick side for a get-together, this salad checks all the boxes. The best part? It tastes even better the next day after all the ingredients have had time to mingle.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
Prepare the salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cans of cannellini beans, ¼ cup of chopped red onion, ½ cup of chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh oregano, 1 diced red bell pepper, ½ cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and ⅓ cup of Castelvetrano olives.
- Step 2
Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of red wine vinegar, ¼ cup of oil from the sun-dried tomatoes jar, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, the zest of 1 lemon, ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
- Step 3
Combine and toss: Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
- Step 4
Let it marinate: For the best results, let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Step 5
Serve: Just before serving, top with 2 oz of fresh shaved Parmesan cheese and optional fresh chopped basil.
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