INSALATA DI FAGIOLI E TONNO

canned white beans

🥗Healthier: dried white beans

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Dried beans are more nutritious and cost-effective.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers similar health benefits and a mild flavor.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar provides a tangy flavor with health benefits.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh basil

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Basil adds a different flavor profile and is often more affordable.

Rinse and drain the canned white beans.

Chop the cherry tomatoes in half.

Finely dice the red onion.

Chop the fresh parsley leaves.

In a large bowl, combine the white beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.

Add lemon juice to taste and mix gently.

Chop the cucumber and bell pepper, then add to the salad.

Toss everything together until well combined.

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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