Description
Mediterranean White Bean Salad with Feta & Preserved Lemon is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. This easy-to-make salad features creamy white beans, tangy feta cheese, and zesty preserved lemons, all mixed with a colorful array of fresh vegetables. Drizzled with high-quality olive oil, this salad is perfect for summer picnics or as a quick and nutritious lunch option. Enjoy the explosion of flavor while nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 preserved lemons, finely chopped
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed white beans, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped preserved lemons.
- Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Allow the salad to sit for 20 minutes before serving for optimal flavor infusion.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider incorporating bell peppers or spinach. - Feel free to substitute feta cheese with goat cheese for a different flavor profile. - This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.