Make this vegan and oil-free white bean salad recipe in just 15 minutes. An easy no-heat recipe to get some protein and fiber. Naturally gluten-free and completely plant-based.
I'm a big fan of recipes that taste great and are naturally nutrient dense. This recipe is exactly that.
Beans have protein and fiber to keep you full and satisfied. And they also provide a host of other nutrients. Add some other veggies to the mix and you've got yourself an incredibly healthy salad.
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Plus, this vegan white bean salad tastes amazing!
The dressing is just a simple mixture of vinegar, maple syrup, salt & pepper. But that acid & sugar combo is so tasty. Throw on that minty flavor of fresh basil and you'll be craving a bowl of this salad.
Why I love this White Bean Salad
- Dietary needs - this bean salad is naturally plant-based, dairy-free, oil-free, gluten-free, and sugar-free. No weird vegan ingredients, just real whole foods
- Quick and easy - the salad is ready in about 15 minutes; chop some veggies, mix the dressing, and open a few cans of beans
- Make beans taste great - I personally love beans, but not everyone likes them by themselves - with a simple but flavorful dressing, everyone will be enjoying this white bean salad
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
- Beans: canned beans are great in this recipe - they save so much time. I used cannellini beans and chickpeas. You could also add edamame, black beans, or pinto beans if you'd like.
- Celery: if you don't like celery, you can sub another crunchy veggie like bell pepper
- Yellow Onion: you can also use a white or red onion
- Basil: the peppery, minty flavor of basil is a game changer in this recipe - don't skip it!
- Garlic: I use raw garlic in this recipe, but if you want to reduce the garlicy bite or just create a sweeter flavor you can use roasted garlic
- White Wine Vinegar: or apple cider vinegar
- Date or Maple Syrup: for a completely fruit-sweetened dish use date syrup.
- Salt & Pepper
How to make Vegan White Bean Salad
Step 1. Prepare the dressing. In a small bowl mix the white wine vinegar, syrup, salt and pepper.
Step 2. Add the beans, celery, red onion, basil, and garlic to a large bowl.
Step 3. Add the dressing and toss to combine.
Step 4. If desired, transfer to the fridge and chill for an hour to let the flavors combine. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Prayer
Thank you God for nourishing summer recipes. Help this food fuel our bodies. Amen.
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📖 Recipe
Vegan White Bean Salad (Oil-Free)
Ingredients
- 1 15- Ounce Can Cannellini Beans
- 1 15- Ounce Can Chickpeas
- 3 Stalks Celery chopped
- ½ Yellow Onion finely chopped
- ½ Ounce Basil chopped or chiffonade cut
- 2 Cloves Garlic minced
- ¼ Cup White Wine Vinegar
- 3 Tablespoons Date or Maple Syrup
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- ¼ Teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing. In a small bowl mix the white wine vinegar, syrup, salt and pepper.
- Add the beans, celery, red onion, basil, and garlic to a large bowl.
- Add the dressing and toss to combine.
- If desired, transfer to the fridge and chill for an hour to let the flavors combine. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an estimate.
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