Greek Black Bean Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Greek black bean salad is one of my favorite quick weeknight meals because it comes together in just 45 minutes total. Black beans are packed with fiber and protein, making this dish incredibly filling and nutritious. What I love most is how simple it is to prepare and how affordable the ingredients are. You just chop up fresh vegetables, toss everything with a tangy Greek dressing, and you've got a vibrant, satisfying salad that tastes even better the next day. It's perfect for meal prep or bringing to a potluck.
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Ingredients
- 400black beans
- 400cherry tomatoes
- 120feta cheese
- 1red onion
- 150cucumber
- 80kalamata olives
- 150greek dressing
- 30olive oil
- 15lemon juice
- 2garlic
- 1paprika
- 1salt
- 1pepper
- 20parsley
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the black beans, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, red onion, cucumber, olives, garlic, and paprika.
Tip: Chop the ingredients finely for a more uniform salad.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek dressing, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Tip: Adjust the dressing to taste.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Tip: Garnish with parsley for a fresh look.
- 4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: Serve chilled.
- 5
Before serving, sprinkle the parsley over the salad and serve immediately.
Tip: Enjoy as a side dish or light lunch.
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