TikTok creator Violet Witchel created this. dark bean salad It goes viral for good reason. that It’s simple, high in fiber and rich in protein.It will keep delicious for several days. My version maintains the same rich texture and flavor that made her trend explode.
Why you should love all food
- High in protein and filling:It is filled with rich beans that will fill you up without burdening you.
- Fresh taste and crunch: The mix of crunchy vegetables, flavorful dressing, and herbs gives each bite a bright, satisfying crunch.
- Perfect make-ahead dish:Dark bean salad tastes even better when cooled, making it ideal for meal prep, potlucks, or quick lunches throughout the week.
Dark Bean Salad Ingredients
- bean: Any beans will work in this salad! However, drain and rinse well to remove excess liquid.
- cheese: You can use your favorite cheese if you like! I like it with mozzarella, parmesan, feta, or a combination of all three.
- pepper: Bell peppers add color and crunch. I used yellow, but feel free to use any color you like.
- olive: Using Kalamata olives adds even more flavor.
- parsley: Fresh herbs bring life to any recipe! Don’t skip the parsley.
- salami: You can substitute pepperoni or prosciutto, or add chicken or steak.
- honey: Use your favorite sweetener! Try agave syrup and maple syrup.
How to Make a Dense Bean Salad
This dense bean salad recipe comes together in no time! Cut it quickly, throw it, and you’re done! If you like this recipe, try making three bean salad next time!
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, and oregano.
- Toss in beans and vegetables: Add the following to a large bowl Garbanzo beans, cannellini beans, black olives, red onions, English cucumbers, green peppers, salami, cherry tomatoes or red peppers, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Dressing and mixing: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to combine.
- chill: Cover and refrigerate this dense bean salad for at least 1 to 2 hours for the best flavor!
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ingredient
salad
- 1 (15 ounces) Can I add chickpeas? Drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounces) Can you eat cannellini beans? Drained and rinsed
- 1 (7 ounces) package of sliced salami
- 1 cup Diced English cucumbers
- 1 middle chopped yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes bad things
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese cube
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley
dressing
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoon honey
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 3 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and pepper gustation
guideline
- Mix together in a small bowl. ½ cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons of honey, ¼ cup red wine vinegar, 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried oreganoand salt and pepper gustation.
- Add the following to a large bowl 1 (15-ounce) can of chickpeas, 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, 1 cup thinly sliced black olives, ¼ cup finely chopped red onion, 1 cup finely chopped English cucumbers, 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped, 1 (7-ounce) package thinly sliced salami, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheeseand ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate salad for at least 1 to 2 hours for best flavor!
memo
- refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Stay ahead: This salad is made ahead so the flavors blend together! Please make it at least 2 days in advance! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
nutrition
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If you’re like me, sometimes you just want a big bowl of fresh vegetables in a bold dressing. Like black bean and corn salad or southwestern chickpea salad. Here are a few things to try:
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