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High-Protein Kidney Bean Salad


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  • Author: james-carter
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A tasty and filling kidney bean salad packed with protein, perfect for work lunches and easy meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine the kidney beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  4. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for flavors to meld.

Notes

Chill the salad for 30 minutes for improved flavor. Taste the feta before adding extra salt.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg