Description
Green Olive Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that effortlessly blends the briny flavor of green olives with protein-packed beans. This refreshing salad is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to summer picnics. With its crisp vegetables and zesty dressing, it not only satisfies your taste buds but also offers a healthy boost. Quick to make and customizable, this salad is an excellent way to incorporate plant-based ingredients into your meals while enjoying a burst of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pitted green olives, halved
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the canned kidney beans under cold water and drain thoroughly.
- Dice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes; finely chop the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained beans, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and green olives. Gently toss to mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for one hour to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg