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Mediterranean Bean Salad

Pack your meals with protein and fiber using this vibrant Mediterranean Bean Salad. Featuring a mix of black beans, cannellini beans, and garbanzo beans combined with fresh vegetables, sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and parsley, this salad is both nutritious and bursting with flavor. Perfect as a standalone meal or a hearty addition to a grain bowl, it’s ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Strainer
  • Knife & Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base

  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Garbanzo Beans rinsed and drained

Fresh Vegetables

  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1/2 cup Artichoke Hearts chopped

Extras

  • 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata Olives pitted
  • Fresh Parsley chopped, to taste

For the Dressing

  • 3 tbsp Wine Vinegar
  • 4 tbsp Olive Oil
  • Black Pepper & Pepper Flakes to taste

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Rinse and Drain
    Rinse all canned beans under cold water and drain well. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
  • Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables
    Halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the bell pepper, and roughly chop the artichoke hearts. Add them to the bowl with the beans.
  • Step 3: Add Extras
    Add sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl.
  • Step 4: Dress the Salad
    In a small bowl, whisk together the wine vinegar and olive oil. Pour over the salad and toss gently to combine. Season with black pepper and pepper flakes to taste.
  • Step 5: Serve
    For best flavor, chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy as a refreshing, protein-packed meal or a hearty side dish!

Notes

This Mediterranean Bean Salad is a nutrient-dense, flavorful dish perfect for meal prep or as a filling addition to your grain bowls. The combination of black beans, cannellini beans, and garbanzo beans provides an excellent source of plant-based protein and fiber, while the fresh vegetables and zesty dressing add brightness and depth. Customize it with extra herbs or spices as desired and enjoy a vibrant, healthful meal any time of the year.
Keyword Bean Salad, Fiber, Healthy, Protein