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Simple White Bean Salad

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Course: Salads, Side Dishes
Bean type: White bean
Nutrition attribute: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 8
Calories: 175kcal
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Ingredients

  • 2 15- to 16-ounce cans white beans (navy, cannellini, Great Northern)
  • 3-4 green onions minced
  • 1 large peeled tomato cubed
  • ½ sweet red pepper chopped
  • ½ sweet yellow pepper chopped

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1-2 tablespoons Splenda or sugar
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

  • Drain and rinse beans. Pour into a 3 quart bowl.
  • Add remaining vegetables.
  • In a small bowl, use a whisk or fork to combine dressing ingredients with 1 tablespoon of Splenda or sugar. Pour over beans and vegetables. Stir thoroughly to combine. Taste test and add second tablespoon of sweetener if desired.
  • Serve in a salad bowl. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator.
  • Additional optional ingredients: Jalapeño chiles, celery, cucumbers, more onion.

Nutrition

Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 8.5g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 485mg | Potassium: 433mg | Fiber: 6g | Calcium: 61mg