Description
A refreshing beet and white bean salad with a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium-sized beets, roasted and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) of white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the beets in foil and roast for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Once roasted, let the beets cool, then peel and dice them.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced beets, white beans, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnishing with additional parsley if desired.
Notes
- For added texture, consider adding toasted nuts.
- Feta cheese can be crumbled on top for a creamy contrast.
- Use different types of beans for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: beet salad, white bean salad, healthy salad, Mediterranean salad