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Great northern bean salad with sweet peppers and fresh basil

Great Northern Bean Salad with Sweet Peppers and Fresh Basil is tossed with a balsamic vinaigrette and topped with parmesan and fresh basil.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword bean salad, beans
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 118kcal
Author angela@mealstreetkitchen

Ingredients

  • 2 cans great northern beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium sweet onion julienne
  • 4 mini sweet peppers julienne
  • 1 clove fresh garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • salt and pepper
  • Garnish:
  • Torn fresh basil leaves
  • Freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • In a skillet, heat the olive oil. Add julienne peppers, onions and minced garlic. Cook until soft and a little brown. Add beans, chopped basil, balsamic and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined. Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl and place in the refrigerator until chilled.
  • When ready to serve, whisk together dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat.
  • Garnish with washed, fresh torn basil leaves and freshly grated parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 904IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.3mg