Description
Mediterranean Bean Salad is a delicious, vibrant dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This refreshing salad combines protein-rich chickpeas and white beans with a colorful array of fresh vegetables, all drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or as a light meal, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients. Its versatility allows it to be served as a delightful main course, side dish, or even as a topping for pita wraps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1 can white beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, halved
- 1/3 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 English cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, white beans, olives, roasted red peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber.
- In a separate jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic until well combined.
- Season the salad mixture with salt and pepper to taste; drizzle the dressing over the top.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients and serve immediately alongside hummus and pita bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg