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Marinated Sun-dried Tomato Bean Salad

Delicious Marinated Sun-Dried Tomato Bean Salad for Easy Meals

This Marinated Sun-Dried Tomato Bean Salad is a customizable, hearty dish that merges flavor and health for quick meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans Substitute with red kidney beans for a different texture.
  • 1 can Chickpeas You can use only chickpeas or mix with other beans for variety.
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Choose those packed in oil for richer flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots Feel free to replace with red or white onions.
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Can be substituted with minced chives.
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Use olives as an alternative if you prefer.
  • 1 cup Fresh Parsley Replace with dill or chives if you like.
For the Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard is a great alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil For a lighter option, unsweetened plant-based yogurt works well.
  • 1 Lemon Essential for zest and juice.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 Avocado Optional to omit or switch with mayonnaise.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chop the shallots into small pieces and soak them in ice water for about 10 minutes. Then drain and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine minced parsley, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and lemon juice. Whisk well for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add cannellini beans, chickpeas, sun-dried tomatoes, scallions, capers, drained shallots, and avocado to the bowl. Fold gently.
  4. Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Stir the salad lightly, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve with toasted bread or on its own.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To keep avocado from browning, add it just before serving. This salad can be prepared a day in advance.

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