Mediterranean Bean Salad
Mediterranean Bean Salad is an easy summer salad that's packed with protein, fiber, fresh veggies and plenty of flavor! It comes together in about 20 minutes and makes a great side dish or meal prep lunch!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 237kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fresh green beans trimmed and cut into 1-2" pieces
- 15 ounces chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 15 ounces kidney beans rinsed and drained
- 16 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 english cucumber coarsely chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 bell pepper cored and chopped (I used half red and half yellow for color)
- 1/2 cup halved kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped oregano sub with parsley, mint or dill
- Greek Salad Dressing
Instructions
- Prepare the green beans. Fill a medium sauce pan with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the green beans and cook for 3 minutes or until cooked to the desired level of doneness. Place the green beans in a colander and rinse with cold water. Drain well.8 ounces fresh green beans
- Place the green beans, chickpeas, kidney beans, veggies, olives, feta and oregano in a large bowl.15 ounces chickpeas, 15 ounces kidney beans, 16 ounces cherry tomatoes, 1/2 english cucumber, 1 bell pepper, 1/2 cup halved kalamata olives, 1/2 cup chopped red onion, 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese, 2 tablespoons freshly chopped oregano
- Prepare the Greek dressing (or use your favorite store bought brand) and add enough dressing to coat. Toss gently and serve. Enjoy!Greek Salad Dressing
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Notes
- Pro tip: Cook the green beans in advance and prep the Greek salad dressing ahead to make salad prep go even more quickly.
- Customize this salad with a combination of your favorite beans, veggies and herbs!
- This Mediterrean bean salad recipe may be prepped a few hours ahead as the flavors will develop even further as it stands.
- Store leftovers in an air tight container for 2-3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 308mg | Potassium: 654mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1087IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 158mg | Iron: 5mg