What beans are used in an Italian bean salad?

I love a mix: cannellini, red kidney, chickpeas, and sometimes green beans for crunch. It’s flexible — use your favorites!

How long does Italian bean salad last in the fridge?

Stored in an airtight container, it stays fresh and tasty for up to four days.

Can you make Italian bean salad ahead of time?

Absolutely — it’s even better if you do. Letting it sit allows the beans to soak up all that flavor.

What dressing goes on an Italian bean salad?

A simple vinaigrette of olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper makes this salad shine.

Italian Dense Bean Salad – 5-Minute Hearty Twist You’ll Crave

Name: Italian Dense Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 can cannellini beans, drained; 1 can red kidney beans, drained; 1 can chickpeas, drained; 1/2 cup diced red onion; 1/2 cup diced celery; 1/2 cup diced bell peppers; 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

A hearty Italian Dense Bean Salad packed with cannellini, kidney, and chickpeas tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette.

Ingredients

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1 can cannellini beans, drained

1 can red kidney beans, drained

1 can chickpeas, drained

1/2 cup diced red onion

1/2 cup diced celery

1/2 cup diced bell peppers

1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley

1/4 cup olive oil

3 tbsp red wine vinegar

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1/2 tsp dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Drain and rinse all canned beans thoroughly.

Dice onion, celery, and peppers finely.

Combine beans and veggies in a large bowl.

Whisk olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.

Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

For extra crunch, add cooked green beans.

Make ahead for deeper flavor.

Pairs well with rustic bread or grilled chicken.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 220 kcal
Sugar: 3 grams
Sodium: 320 mg
Fat: 9 grams
Saturated Fat: 1 gram
Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
Trans Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 29 grams
Fiber: 8 grams
Protein: 9 grams
Cholesterol: 0 mg