A Mediterranean salad blending creamy white beans with fresh tomatoes, herbs, and a tangy olive oil dressing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beans
01 - 2 cups cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced
05 - 1 small cucumber, diced (optional)
→ Herbs
06 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
08 - 1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves or 1 tsp dried oregano
→ Dressing
09 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 1 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice
11 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
12 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Additions
13 - 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
14 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (omit to keep vegan)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, mix cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber if using, and minced garlic.
02 - Incorporate chopped parsley, basil, and oregano into the mixture.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar or lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure even coating.
05 - Fold in Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese if using.
06 - Taste the salad, adjust seasoning as desired, and serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavor melding.
