This is a really nice mixed bean salad that is so simple to make. I saw it on TV ages ago but can't remember what programme.
Anyway, it looked good so I've been making it quite often ever since. You can stir in a can of tuna (in oil, not brine) if you wish but be sure to drain it well.
For a complete meal rather than just a side dish, why not stir in a can of tuna in oil, not brine, just be sure to drain it well before adding.
If you're looking for healthy but filling meals you might like to try my SuperFood Health and Fitness Lunch Bowl.
Yield: 2-4

Mixed Bean Salad
Nice and simple this can be made in a matter of a few minutes. If you want to add a can of tuna be sure to drain it well from its oil.
prep time: 5 Mcook time: total time: 5 M
ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons of good quality Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tin of cannellini beans (175g drained weight)
- 1 tin of borlotti beans (175g drained weight)
- small handful of freshly chopped parsley
- 1 small red onion - sliced
- 3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove - finely chopped
- a pinch of sea salt - I always use Maldon sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
instructions:
How to cook Mixed Bean Salad
- Start by rinsing both cans of beans together under cold water and then drain well.
- In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil and the lemon juice.
- Now stir in the rinsed and well drained beans. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently stir in the onions, garlic and parsley. That's it, you're all done.
- If you want to add a can of tuna be sure to drain it well from its oil.
A different mix of beans than my usual bean salad. I think it is time for a change:D
ReplyDeleteGreat looking bean salad Jan! I usually put wax and green beans in mine. Yours is very pretty and looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteHealthy, hearty and delicious.
ReplyDeleteyou forgot, healthy... :)
ReplyDeleteYummylicious, Jan.
ReplyDeleteI made a bean salad at the weekend too, but yours looks really delicious!
ReplyDeleteTis a healthy, colourful and no doubt tasty salad...picnic time!
ReplyDeleteWoW!! look so nice and healthy..interesting mixed bean salad..
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