Best Mediterranean Inspired 5 Bean Salad Recipes

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EASY MEDITERRANEAN BEAN SALAD



Easy Mediterranean Bean Salad image

Easy three bean salad recipe packed with Mediterranean flavors from fresh herbs, capers, and a zesty Dijon garlic vinaigrette. Instead of mushy canned green beans, use fresh steamed ones, or swap them out for another type of bean. I chose to use cannellini beans! After dressing the bean salad, allow it to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, so that the beans can absorb the zippy dressing.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 15 oz can kidney beans, (drained and rinsed)
1 15- oz can cannellini beans, (drained and rinsed)
1 15- oz can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), (drained and rinsed)
1 green bell pepper, (cored and chopped)
1 red bell pepper, (cored and chopped)
1/2 English cucumber, (diced)
1 cup chopped red onions
1 1/2 tbsp capers, (drained)
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
10-15 fresh mint leaves, (torn or gently chopped)
10-15 fresh basil leaves, (torn or gently chopped)
1-2 garlic cloves (minced)
1/2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp sugar
1/4 cup Early Harvest extra virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the beans, chopped peppers, onions, capers and fresh herbs. Mix using a wooden spoon.
  • In a small bowl, add the vinaigrette ingredients. Whisk vigorously to combine.
  • Add the vinaigrette to the salad bowl. Toss to coat.
  • For best results, cover and refrigerate for a bit before serving so that beans soak up the vinaigrette flavors. Give the salad another quick toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.1 kcal, Sodium 482 mg, Fat 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 9.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE BEAN SALAD



Mediterranean-style bean salad image

Mediterranean-style bean salad, a quick no-cook supper

Provided by Merrilees Parker

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Supper, Vegetable

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

290g jar artichoke heart in oil
1 tbsp sundried tomato paste
1 tsp white wine vinegar
410g can cannellini beans , drained and rinsed
300g pack small vine tomato , quartered (about 12 in total)
handful Kalamata black olives
2 spring onions , thinly sliced on the diagonal
200g log soft goat's cheese , crumbled

Steps:

  • Drain the jar of artichokes, reserving 3 tbsp of the oil. Pour the oil into a bowl and stir in the sun-dried tomato paste and vinegar until smooth. Season to taste.
  • Roughly chop the artichokes and tip into a large bowl with the cannellini beans, tomatoes, olives, spring onions and half the goat's cheese. Stir in the artichoke oil mixture and tip into a serving bowl. Season to taste. Crumble over the remaining goat's cheese, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 28 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7.4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 3 milligram of sodium

MEDITERRANEAN-INSPIRED CHICKPEA SALAD



Mediterranean-Inspired Chickpea Salad image

A quick and easy Mediterranean-inspired salad.

Provided by Caleb Zulawski

Categories     Salad     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 (6 ounce) can small black olives, drained
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1 (6 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
3 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1 ½ ounces non-pareil capers, rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) jar dolmas (grape leaves), drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • Whisk together oil, vinegar, oregano, and garlic for the dressing in a small bowl until blended.
  • Mix together chickpeas, olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, and capers in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Serve with dolmas, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 3462.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE BEAN SALAD



Mediterranean-Style Bean Salad image

Mediterranean-style bean salad, a quick no-cook supper. Use a can of tuna and flake it into the salad instead of the goat cheese. Or pile up any leftovers on toasted bread for a quick snack.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 ounces artichoke hearts packed in oil
1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato paste
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
salt and pepper
14 ounces cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
12 tomatoes, quartered
16 kalamata olives, halved
2 scallions, thinly sliced on the diagonal
7 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Drain the jar of artichokes, reserving 3 tbsp of the oil.
  • Pour the oil into a bowl and stir in the sun-dried tomato paste and vinegar until smooth. Season to taste.
  • Roughly chop the artichokes and tip into a large bowl with the cannellini beans, tomatoes, olives, scallions and half the goat cheese.
  • Stir in the artichoke oil mixture and tip into a serving bowl.
  • Season to taste.
  • Crumble over the remaining goat cheese, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.9, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 39.2, Sodium 466.9, Carbohydrate 43, Fiber 11.6, Sugar 12, Protein 24.1

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