Save A vibrant, protein-packed salad featuring creamy white beans, crisp vegetables, tangy feta, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or side, all for under 10&euro.
This salad quickly became a staple in my kitchen for busy weeknights, offering fresh flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Beans & Dairy: 2 cans (400 g each) white beans (such as cannellini or butter beans), drained and rinsed, 120 g feta cheese, crumbled
- Vegetables: 1 medium cucumber, diced, 200 g cherry tomatoes, halved, 1 small red onion, finely diced, 1 small red bell pepper, diced, 50 g pitted black olives, sliced, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Dressing: 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, Juice of 1 lemon, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 small garlic clove, minced, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the white beans, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, olives, and parsley.
- Step 2:
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
- Step 3:
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- Step 4:
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and toss lightly, just to distribute without breaking up the cheese too much.
- Step 5:
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
Save This salad has become a family favorite, often served at weekend lunches where everyone enjoys the fresh and zesty flavors together.
Notes
Pairs well with grilled fish or chicken. Best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated (airtight) for up to 2 days.
Required Tools
Large salad bowl, small bowl or jar for dressing, whisk or fork, cutting board and knife
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (feta cheese). Check feta and mustard labels for possible allergens. Gluten-free, but always verify labels if gluten is a concern.
Save This salad is perfect for a quick, healthy meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor or nutrition.