White bean & lettuce salad
This refreshing White Bean & Lettuce Salad features crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and nutritious white beans, all tossed in a light olive oil dressing. It’s quick to prepare and makes a satisfying meal for lunch or dinner.
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 10 min
Ingredients:
1/2 cucumber1/3 cup white beans
1/2 avocado
2 tsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1 dash black pepper
3 cups lettuce
White bean & lettuce salad is a healthy and refreshing meal that's perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner. Packed with nutritious ingredients like cucumber, white beans, avocado, and lettuce, this salad is both delicious and satisfying. The olive oil, salt, and black pepper add the perfect touch of flavor.
Instructions:
- Cucumber: Wash, peel (if desired), and chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
- Avocado: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out. Dice into small cubes.
- Lettuce: Wash and dry the lettuce thoroughly. Tear or chop into bite-size pieces if necessary.
- Rinse the white beans under cold water and drain well.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped cucumber, diced avocado, and drained white beans.
- Add the lettuce and gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
- In a small bowl, mix together 2 teaspoons of olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and a dash of black pepper.
- Drizzle this dressing over the salad.
- Gently toss the salad to ensure that the dressing is evenly distributed.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, if necessary.
- Transfer the salad to individual plates or a serving dish.
- Enjoy your fresh and zesty White Bean & Lettuce Salad!
This White bean & lettuce salad is a fantastic way to enjoy a variety of fresh vegetables in one dish. Whether you're looking for a wholesome meal or a tasty side dish, this salad is sure to please your palate and provide a good dose of nutrients.
White bean & lettuce salad FAQ:
It's best to consume the salad immediately after preparation for optimal freshness. If needed, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. However, the lettuce may become wilted.
Yes, you can substitute white beans with other legumes such as chickpeas or kidney beans. Just make sure they are cooked and drained.
Any crisp lettuce works well, but romaine or iceberg are ideal choices due to their crunchy texture. You can also use mixed greens for added flavor.
Absolutely! Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers, radishes, or cherry tomatoes for more flavor and variety.
If you need a substitute for olive oil, avocado oil or a light vinaigrette can be used. Just keep the amount similar to maintain the salad's flavor profile.
Cooking Tips:
- Choose ripe avocado: Make sure your avocado is ripe but firm to avoid it getting too mushy when mixed with the other ingredients.
- Prep vegetables in advance: You can chop the cucumber and lettuce ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator to save time when preparing the salad.
- Rinse beans thoroughly: Rinse the white beans thoroughly before adding them to the salad to remove any excess sodium and improve their texture.
- Experiment with add-ins: Feel free to add other veggies like cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, or radishes for additional flavor and color.
- Serve immediately: This salad is best served immediately after preparation to ensure the vegetables remain crisp and fresh.
Nutrition Facts
1 ServingsCalories 320kcal
Protein 13g
Carbohydrates 40g
Fiber 14g
Sugar 4.12g
Fat 24g
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