Marinated White Beans with Fresh Herbs and Lemon Recipe
A refreshing and versatile marinated white bean salad featuring a vibrant medley of fresh herbs, roasted red peppers, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. This no-cook recipe is perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or light meal, offering a protein-packed, flavorful option that can be prepared ahead of time and enjoyed chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Beans
- 2 (15-ounce) cans white beans, drained and rinsed
Marinade
- ½ cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, basil, dill, tarragon, mint, etc.)
- 2 roasted red peppers, finely diced
- ⅓ cup finely diced shallot
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced (about 3 tablespoons juice and 1 teaspoon zest)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the drained and rinsed white beans, chopped fresh herbs, finely diced roasted red peppers, diced shallot, minced garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, kosher salt, red pepper flakes, and ground black pepper until well incorporated.
- Marinate: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld thoroughly. Before serving, give the salad a good stir to redistribute the marinade. Store any leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, marinate the beans overnight.
- Use a variety of fresh herbs according to your preference for a unique taste each time.
- Roast your own red peppers or use jarred roasted red peppers for convenience.
- This dish is perfect served chilled or at room temperature.
- Pairs well with grilled meats, crusty bread, or as a light vegetarian main.
Keywords: marinated white beans, white bean salad, no-cook bean salad, Mediterranean salad, herb salad, lemon garlic beans
