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California White Bean Salad with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette

A bright, zesty white bean salad made with California olive oil and Meyer lemons, perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Quick Meals, Salads, Side Dishes
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 165

Ingredients
  

Vinaigrette
  • 2 tablespoons California extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh Meyer lemon juice from about 1/2 a lemon
  • 1/2 tablespoon red wine vinegar preferably from Napa Valley
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Salad
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley roughly chopped

Method
 

Make the Vinaigrette
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the California olive oil, Meyer lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Assemble the Salad
  1. Rinse and drain the cannellini beans thoroughly. Thinly slice the red onion and roughly chop the fresh parsley.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the beans, sliced onion, and parsley. Pour the vinaigrette over the top and gently stir until everything is evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 380mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1g

Notes

Substitute regular lemons if Meyer lemons are unavailable. For a creamier texture, mash half the beans before mixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. This salad tastes even better after sitting for an hour, so it's great for meal prep. Avoid over-stirring to keep the beans intact. Serve alongside grilled fish or as a topping for sourdough toast.

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