Description
Ina Garten’s White Bean Salad is a refreshing and hearty dish made with cannellini beans, fresh vegetables, and a simple yet flavorful dressing. It’s perfect for a light lunch, a side dish, or even a potluck contribution. The salad’s bright flavors and varied textures make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans of cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/3 cup good olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: Combine lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Mix the Vegetables: In a large bowl, mix together the beans, red onion, garlic, parsley, tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper.
- Combine and Toss: Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss to coat.
- Marinate: Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve chilled or at room temperature.