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Italian White Bean Salad

Italian White Bean Salad – A Fresh No-Cook Delight

This Italian White Bean Salad is a refreshing, gluten-free dish that transforms simple ingredients into a Mediterranean feast.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes quartered
  • 1 cup Castelvetrano Olives torn
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Shavings
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Capers
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Anchovy Paste or substitute
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil quality oil preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or substitute with lemon juice
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 can Albacore Tuna olive oil-packed
  • 1 loaf Crusty Bread for serving

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • knife
  • chopping board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine parsley, basil, capers, minced garlic, and anchovy paste. Add red pepper flakes and black pepper to taste. Pour in olive oil and vinegar, stirring until well mixed. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Rinse cannellini beans under cold water until liquid runs clear, then drain. In a medium bowl, combine beans, cherry tomatoes, olives, and red onion. Toss gently with a pinch of salt.
  3. Drizzle the salsa verde over the salad mixture. Toss gently with a spatula or large spoon without mashing the ingredients.
  4. Top with Parmesan shavings. If desired, add tuna and serve immediately with bread on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, keeping cheese and tuna separate.

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