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Nonna's Italian White Bean Salad

Nonna's Italian White Bean Salad

A refreshing salad featuring creamy white beans, crisp vegetables, and zesty dressing.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 4.5 cups cooked white beans You can use canned or homemade beans.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped Soak in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow the flavor.
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped Use Italian parsley for more flavor.
  • 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil Good quality oil is key for flavor.
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper Freshly ground preferred.

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white beans, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and mix gently until everything is coated.
  • Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving.