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Mediterranean Dense Bean Salad


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  • Author: Aimee Iorio
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Salad

  • 15 oz can 3 bean Italian mix, drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
  • ¼ cup kalamata olives, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons pepperoncini, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons shallot or red onion, finely diced
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

For the Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon pepperoncini brine
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 small garlic clove, grated
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt


Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse a 15 oz can of beans and add it to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add ¼ cup chopped roasted red peppers, ¼ cup chopped kalamata olives, 3 tablespoons chopped pepperoncini, and 2 tablespoons finely diced shallot to the bowl.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1½ tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon pepperoncini brine, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 grated garlic clove,1 teaspoon lemon zest, ¼ teaspoon dried oregano, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt. 
  4. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently to combine.
  5. Add 1 tablespoon chopped dill and 1/3 cup crumbled feta and lightly mix again.
  6. Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Mains, Side Dishes
  • Method: No Heat
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean