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Easy • Vegetarian

Zesty White Bean and Arugula Salad

A refreshing and protein-packed vegetarian salad with peppery arugula and bright lemon dressing.

Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Servings
2
Level
Easy
Zesty White Bean and Arugula Salad

When you need a light yet satisfying meal, this Zesty White Bean and Arugula Salad delivers! It’s a vibrant, fuss-free dish that combines creamy white beans, peppery arugula, and a punchy lemon-dill dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or a fantastic side dish, this salad is about to become your new go-to for fresh flavor.

Ingredients

Yield: 2 servings

For the Salad

  • 5 oz (about 5-6 cups) fresh arugula
  • 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill or parsley

For the Lemon-Dill Vinaigrette

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried dill (or 1 tbsp fresh)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    First, prepare the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried dill, salt, and pepper until well combined.

  2. Step 2

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the arugula, rinsed and drained cannellini beans, and thinly sliced red onion.

  3. Step 3

    Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.

  4. Step 4

    If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh dill or parsley over the salad.

  5. Step 5

    Serve immediately as a light meal, a side dish, or with some crusty bread.

Tips

  • For extra crunch, add some toasted slivered almonds or sunflower seeds.
  • This salad can be made ahead of time, but keep the dressing separate and add just before serving to prevent the arugula from wilting.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like chopped cucumber or bell pepper for more color and texture.

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