Mediterranean-Inspired White Bean Salad with Feta and Herbs
This Mediterranean-inspired salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that's perfect for summer. The white beans provide a hearty base, while the feta cheese, red onion, and herbs add brightness and complexity. The olive oil and lemon juice dressing ties everything together, creating a salad that's both satisfying and light.
The white bean salad is a staple of Mediterranean cuisine. It's a simple dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, but the most common version includes white beans, feta cheese, red onion, and herbs. The salad is often served as a side dish or as a light lunch. The white beans provide a hearty base, while the feta cheese, red onion, and herbs add brightness and complexity. The olive oil and lemon juice dressing ties everything together, creating a salad that's both satisfying and light. The origins of the white bean salad are unknown, but it is thought to have originated in Greece or Italy. The salad is a popular dish throughout the Mediterranean region, and it has been adopted by many other cultures. In the United States, the white bean salad is often served at picnics and barbecues. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
Mediterranean-Inspired White Bean Salad with Feta and Herbs Mediterranean-Inspired White Bean Salad with Feta and Herbs Mediterranean-Inspired White Bean Salad with Feta and Herbs Mediterranean-Inspired White Bean Salad with Feta and Herbs
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 can (15 ounces) white beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the white beans, feta cheese, red onion, parsley, mint, dill, olive oil, and lemon juice.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Toss to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Why It Works
  • The white beans provide a hearty base for the salad.
  • The feta cheese adds brightness and complexity to the salad.
  • The red onion adds a bit of bite to the salad.
  • The herbs add freshness and flavor to the salad.
  • The olive oil and lemon juice dressing ties everything together and creates a light and flavorful dressing.