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Delicious Dense Bean Salad for Healthy Eating

Dense Bean Salad
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Dense Bean Salad is a quick, nutritious, and flavor-packed dish. It combines creamy white beans, crunchy bell peppers, and a zingy vinaigrette.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil or cilantro (optional)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the white beans under cold water using a colander or sieve. Set aside.
  2. Dice all bell peppers, slice the red onion thinly, and finely chop the herbs.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  4. Add beans, vegetables, and herbs to a large mixing bowl. Pour the vinaigrette on top.
  5. Gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated. Avoid mashing the beans.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Optionally garnish with more herbs or crumbled feta.

Notes

  • This salad is perfect for meal prep.
  • It can be served at potlucks or as a light lunch.
  • Customize with your choice of herbs.

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