Best 17 Cannellini Bean Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this delectable Cannellini Bean Salad, a medley of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. Bursting with the wholesome goodness of cannellini beans, this vibrant salad offers a delightful balance of protein and fiber, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal or side dish.

Embark on a culinary journey as we explore variations of this versatile salad, each with its unique charm. From the classic Italian Cannellini Bean Salad, brimming with sun-kissed tomatoes, crisp celery, and fragrant herbs, to the refreshing Mediterranean Cannellini Bean Salad, featuring zesty lemon dressing, briny olives, and crumbled feta cheese, there's a recipe for every palate and occasion.

For a taste of rustic simplicity, try the Tuscan Cannellini Bean Salad, where cannellini beans mingle with roasted red peppers, earthy mushrooms, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. If you crave a hearty and flavorful meal, dive into the Cannellini Bean and Tuna Salad, a protein-packed combination of cannellini beans, succulent tuna, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy dressing.

Experiment with the vibrant Moroccan Cannellini Bean Salad, infused with aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, sweet dried fruits, and toasted almonds. And for a refreshing summer treat, whip up the Cannellini Bean Salad with Grilled Vegetables, featuring an array of grilled vegetables tossed with tender cannellini beans, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



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Here's a perfect side dish for a backyard picnic or barbecue. Celery and red pepper accent this bean salad that's dressed with a mild oil and vinegar dressing. Dorothy Majewski of Vienna, Virginia shares the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
3 celery ribs with leaves, sliced
3/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the beans, celery, red onion, red pepper, parsley and green onions. In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 440mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CANNELLINI BEAN AND ARTICHOKE SALAD



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This is great for barbeques, picnics, or just to have refrigerated to serve with a sandwich for lunch. Refrigerate overnight for best flavor.

Provided by Barry Heuser

Categories     Salad     Beans

Time 8h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 (15.5 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, drained
1 (14 ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 sweet onion, diced
½ cup pimento-stuffed Manzanilla olives, halved
⅓ cup white wine vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Combine cannellini beans, tomatoes, artichokes, celery, onion, olives, white wine vinegar, olive oil, basil, oregano, garlic, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes together in a large mixing bowl; toss until well combined. Refrigerate until chilled, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 554.3 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

MAPLE CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD WITH BABY BROCCOLI AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH



Maple Cannellini Bean Salad with Baby Broccoli and Butternut Squash image

This delicious salad may be served warm or at room temperature. It takes patience to cook the vegetables properly, but it makes a wonderful side to any fall feast! Enjoy the process of creating something your family will enjoy. Substituting regular broccoli may be okay, but baby broccoli is sweeter and more suited to this dish.

Provided by Jennifer Baker

Categories     Salad     Beans

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup peeled, seeded, and diced butternut squash
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped baby broccoli
¼ cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon maple syrup
½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Heat cannellini beans on low heat in a saucepan.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in red onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon maple syrup; reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, about 15 minutes more. Remove from skillet and add to beans.
  • Heat 1 more tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add butternut squash; cook and stir until tender, about 8 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon maple syrup; cook and stir to coat, about 5 minutes. Remove from skillet and add squash to bean mixture.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add baby broccoli; cook and stir until tender and bright green, about 7 minutes. Add broccoli to bean mixture.
  • Pour chicken stock into bean mixture, increase heat to medium-low, and stir remaining 1 tablespoon maple syrup and thyme to the mixture. Bring to a simmer and cook until heated through, stirring gently to combine. Top with crumbled bacon before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 3.7 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 323.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

SHRIMP WITH CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



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This is from one of my Food and Wine cookbooks. Serve this with a green salad and some pita or flat bread.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, shelled and deveined
1/2 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 small onion, minced
1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons dried sage
1 tablespoon wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • Light the grill or heat the broiler. Thread the shrimp onto four skewers.
  • In a shallow glass dish, combine ¼ cup of the oil with the garlic and ¼ teaspoon of the salt.
  • Add the skewers and turn to coat the shrimp. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the onion with remaining oil and salt, parsley, sage, vinegar and pepper. Gently stir in the beans.
  • Grill or broil the shrimp, turning once, until just done, about 5 minutes. Serve the shrimp with the bean salad.

REFRESHING CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



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A wonderfully refreshing bean salad, great served alongside BBQ meats. Every now and again I'll add in a chopped tomato or two.

Provided by Stardustannie

Categories     Beans

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 (400 g) cans cannellini or 3 (400 g) cans butter beans
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, juice of
1/2 cup basil leaves
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Drain the beans and rinse under cold water, drain well.
  • Into a food processor or blender, put the garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, basil leaves, parsley leaves, cumin, salt and pepper.
  • Pulse for a few seconds so that there is still texture. Put the beans into a bowl and pour over the dressing, toss well.
  • If possible leave for at least 30 minutes at room temperature before serving -- but can be eaten right away and still be very flavoursome.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.7, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 4, Sodium 21.4, Carbohydrate 65.9, Fiber 14.9, Sugar 1.3, Protein 22.6

CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 Tbs. chopped onions
2 fresh sage leaves
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbs. red wine vinegar
1 tsp. salt
3 cups cannellini beans (canned okay)
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine onions, sage, parsley, oil, vinegar and salt in food processor and process until smooth. This can be put in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to two days. To serve, combine with beans and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. This should be made a few hours in advance of the dinner and left to serve at room temperature.

ROASTED CHICKEN AND CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



Roasted Chicken and Cannellini Bean Salad image

This is a wonderfully refreshing and flavorful salad. Add some crusty bread, or fresh pita and this makes a great light meal. I adapted this from a Cooking Light recipe. The flavors are even better after the salad has sat in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight. If you decide to make this ahead of time, do not add the fresh mint and basil until just before serving.

Provided by shimmerchk

Categories     European

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups coarsely chopped cooked boneless skinless chicken (I use rotisserie chicken from the grocery store often)
1 cup chopped roma tomato
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup chopped of fresh mint
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, more to taste
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon all purpose Greek seasoning (like Cavendars)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • To prepare salad, place salad ingredients in a large bowl, toss gently to combine.
  • To prepare dressing, combine vinegar and remaining ingredients, stirring quickly with a whisk.
  • Drizzle over salad, tossing gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.2, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 364.6, Carbohydrate 41.1, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 2.5, Protein 16.8

CHORIZO, TOMATO AND CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



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This Spanish-inspired salad will bring a tasty summery Mediterranean flavour to your table. The key to this recipe is really good quality chorizo and deliciously ripe vine tomatoes.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb cherry tomatoes, halved
4 scallions, sliced on the diagonal
1 (14 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
9 ounces chorizo sausage, sliced
1 bunch flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Put the tomatoes in a mixing bowl with the scallions and drained cannellini beans.
  • Season with sea salt and a little freshly ground black pepper; then drizzle with some extra virgin olive oil and the vinegar and mix to combine.
  • Heat a frying pan (without any oil - chorizo simply does not need it) and add the chorizo.
  • Cook gently for a couple of minutes on each side. The chorizo will secrete a lot of oil. Do not throw it away! It is delicious if you want to fry a few potatoes in it. Or, add some of the oil to the salad!
  • To serve; transfer the tomato, bean and onion mixture to a serving dish and top with the hot chorizo. Scatter over the chopped parsley and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.2, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 56.1, Sodium 818.7, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 9, Sugar 4, Protein 27.2

CHICKEN AND CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Chicken and Cannellini Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 -2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/3 cup diced red onion
1 medium red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, add the rosemary, salt, pepper, vinegar, and mustard.
  • Using a whisk, blend together well.
  • Gradually beat in the oil using the whisk, until well blended.
  • Add all the salad ingredients; toss.
  • Refrigerate for 2-3 hours or until well chilled.
  • Stir right before ready to serve.

CANNELLINI BEAN AND TUNA SALAD



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Just open a couple of cans and toss with an herbed vinaigrette for this tasty take on tuna.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups Frozen Broccoli Cuts
2 cans (19 oz each) cannellini beans, drained
2 cans (6 oz each) tuna in water, drained, flaked
Lettuce, if desired
1/2 cup shredded carrot

Steps:

  • In small jar with tight-fitting lid, mix dressing ingredients. Cover; shake well.
  • Cook broccoli as directed on package until crisp-tender; rinse with cold water to cool.
  • In large bowl, mix broccoli, beans and tuna. Add dressing; toss gently to coat. Serve in lettuce-lined bowl. Sprinkle with carrot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

WARM CANNELLINI BEAN & BACON SALAD



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My husband and son like all kinds of bean dishes. For a change of pace, I whipped up a new creation for Sunday dinner. Feel free to replace the peppered bacon with the regular kind.-Lou Suriano, Twinsburg, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 thick-sliced peppered bacon strips, chopped
1/4 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon in pan., Add onion to drippings; cook and stir over medium heat 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and seasonings; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in beans and tomatoes; heat through. Stir in bacon. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



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This came from my South Beach Diet newsletter, Daily Dish. It is perfect for Phase 1 dieters but of course good for anyone. This quick, easy bean salad is great cold or at room temperature, making it a good take-along dish for work or a potluck. Serve it as a side with grilled chicken or fish. You can substitute 2 or 3 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs for dried oregano or try dried basil instead if you wish.I used garbanzo beans since I didn't have cannellini and it is awesome. Enjoy!

Provided by Bay Laurel

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 1 per serving, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon red onion, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together oil, vinegar, onion, and oregano in a large mixing bowl. Add cucumbers, beans, and bell pepper; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.4, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 10.2, Carbohydrate 34.3, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 11.7

TOMATO, MINT AND CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Tomato, Mint and Cannellini Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AmandaInOz

Categories     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ripe tomatoes
2 (400 g) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2/3 cup mint leaf, torn
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Blanch 4 ripe tomatoes in boiling water for 30 seconds, drain and rinse under cold running water.
  • Remove skins and coarsely chop.
  • Place in a large bowl with cannellini beans, garlic, mint leaves, extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar.
  • Season with sea salt and cracked black pepper and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 19.9, Carbohydrate 56.1, Fiber 14.4, Sugar 4, Protein 20.8

WARM CANNELLINI BEAN AND HERB SALAD



WARM CANNELLINI BEAN AND HERB SALAD image

Categories     Bean

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups cooked cannelini beans, drained
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 tblspns chopped Italian parsley
handful basil leaves, chopped
1 tspn sosemary leaves, finely chopped
4 large sage leaves, finely chopped
salt and pepper
juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup oil cured olives

Steps:

  • -spread drained beans on dish towel (discard smashed beans) -large asute pan combine olive oil, garlic, herbs, warm over low heat x 4 minutes -add beans, salt, pepper; toss very gently -cook over low heat until beans warm, 5 minutes -off the heat, add lemon juice and toss very gently -serve immediately

TUSCAN KALE & CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Tuscan Kale & Cannellini Bean Salad Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by Zoesown

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 bunches of Lacinato Kale, washed dried and center stem removed (about 6 cups)
2 - 4 Tbsp Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
Zest from one Lemon
2 - 4 Tbsp excellent quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil (I used 2 Tbsp)
2-3 cloves fresh Garlic, minced
1 ounce (about 1/3 cup) finely grated Asiago Cheese
1/3 cup Panko Bread Crumbs
9 ounces cooked, drained Cannellini Beans. If using canned, rinse under cool water and drain well. (no salt added)
A few grinds of fresh Black Pepper
Sea Salt to your taste

Steps:

  • In a 2 qt bowl place the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper and mix lightly. Stack the kale leaves and slice very thin and cut into bite size pieces. Toss Kale into the bowl with the olive oil, garlic, etc. and mix well. Toss in the grated Asiago Cheese, Cannellini beans and the Panko breadcrumbs. Mix well. Cover and let stand at least 5 minutes, the longer the better. I generally make this a few hours before I plan on using it, cover and refrigerate until I am ready to serve.

CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD WITH ROASTED PEPPERS



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"I've had this recipe quite a long time, although I have changed it somewhat from the original," comments Alden Thornton from Warrenton, Oregon. "It's always been popular, particularly when served at picnics and potlucks." Tip: If you are crunched for time, instead of roasting the pepper yourself, use roasted red peppers sold in jar, often near the pickles and condiments.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large sweet red pepper
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cut red pepper in half; remove seeds. Broil pepper cut side down 4 in. from the heat until skin is blistered and charred, about 8 minutes. Immediately place pepper in a small bowl; cover and let stand for 15-20 minutes. , Peel off and discard charred skin. Cut pepper into strips; place in a large bowl. Add the beans, onion and basil. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, oil, salt and pepper; shake well. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 472mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Side

Yield 4 (1-cup) servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp minced red onion
3/4 tsp dried oregano
2 medium cucumbers, peeled seeded, and diced
1 (15-oz) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together oil, vinegar, onion, and oregano in a large mixing bowl. Add cucumbers, beans, and bell pepper; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right beans: Use dried cannellini beans for the best flavor and texture. If using canned beans, rinse and drain them well before using.
  • Cook the beans properly: Follow the package instructions for cooking the beans. If using dried beans, soak them overnight before cooking.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. Use ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and fresh herbs.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Let the salad marinate: Allow the salad to marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the salad chilled: This salad is best served chilled. It makes a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

This Cannellini Bean Salad is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is packed with protein, fiber, and nutrients. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give this Cannellini Bean Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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