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Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad

Zesty Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad for Vibrant Meals

Enjoy a vibrant Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad packed with flavors, protein, and fiber. Perfect for meal prep!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Miso use yellow or white for best results
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 juiced Lime fresh juice preferred
Salad
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Cilantro chopped, can swap for parsley, dill, or basil
  • 1 one Jalapeño sliced, can substitute with zucchini
  • 1 medium Red Onion diced
  • 1 medium Cucumber halved lengthwise and cracked

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • small skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk together white wine vinegar, a pinch of sugar, and salt in a small bowl. Add jalapeños and chopped cilantro, marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Toss diced red onion with lime juice and zest, let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Halve cucumbers, crack them lightly, salt, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté minced garlic until golden, then blend with pickled jalapeños, lime juice, miso, agave, and salt until smooth.
  5. Combine marinated onion, cucumbers, cannellini beans, and chickpeas in a bowl. Pour dressing over and toss until coated.
  6. Serve with smashed avocado on tostadas or over leafy greens for a nutritious meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This salad improves with refrigeration, making it perfect for meal prep. Adjust the garlic in the dressing according to your preference for bolder flavors.

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