Ina Garten White Bean Salad Recipe
Fresh, light and full of flavor. The Ina Garten White Bean Salad Recipe is perfect for healthy meals.
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned white beans drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic minced
Instructions
Prepare the beans
- Drain and rinse canned white beans under cold water. Let them dry slightly before adding to the mixing bowl.
Chop the vegetables
- Cut cherry tomatoes in halves. Finely chop red onion and parsley for fresh flavor and nice texture.
Make the dressing
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and black pepper until well combined.
Combine ingredients
- Add beans, tomatoes, onion and parsley into a large bowl. Mix gently so beans do not break.
Add dressing
- Pour dressing over the salad. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated with the flavorful dressing.
Rest the salad
- Let the salad sit for 10 minutes. This helps beans absorb the dressing and improves taste.
Taste and adjust
- Check seasoning before serving. Add more salt, pepper or lemon juice if needed.
Serve fresh
- Serve immediately or chilled. This salad tastes fresh, light and perfect for any meal.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for best taste
- Add cucumber for extra crunch
- Add feta cheese for creamy texture
- Use different herbs like basil
- Let salad chill longer for deeper flavor
- Use dried beans if you prefer homemade