Zesty White Bean Salad with Lemon and Parmesan
Savor the vibrant flavors of this zesty white bean salad, bursting with citrusy lemon, nutty parmesan, and fresh basil. A delightful combination of textures and tastes, this salad is perfect for a light and refreshing meal.
Ingredients
Ingredients for Zesty White Bean Salad | |
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| 2 | cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained |
| 2 | small zucchini, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced on the diagonal |
| 3 | ⁄4 cup green beans, thinly sliced on the diagonal |
| 1 | ⁄2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated |
| 1 | ⁄2 cup fresh basil leaf, torn |
| 2 | lemons, juice and zest of |
| 2 | tablespoons olive oil |
| coarse salt to taste | |
| ground pepper to taste | |
| 1 | pinch red pepper flakes (optional) |
Instructions
Preparation Steps | |
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| 1. | In a pot of boiling water, blanch the green beans for 2-3 minutes and the zucchini for under 1 minute. Drain and rinse under cold water to preserve their crunchiness. |
| 2. | Combine all the ingredients, including the blanched veggies, tossing gently to ensure even distribution of flavors. |
| 3. | Serve the salad at room temperature to enjoy the full spectrum of flavors. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 314.5 kcal |
| Protein | 17.2 g |
| Fat | 11.9 g |
| Carbohydrates | 36.3 g |
| Fiber | 12.5 g |
| Sugar | 6.8 g |
Published on Aug 09, 2024 by Luminița