Best 8 Italian Bean Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the world of flavors! In this article, we're taking you on a culinary journey to discover the best Italian bean salad recipes. Italian bean salad is a refreshing, vibrant, and incredibly delicious dish that perfectly captures the essence of Italian cuisine. With its delightful combination of tender beans, crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and aromatic herbs, this classic salad is a perfect addition to any summer gathering, potluck, or backyard barbecue. So, let's dive in and explore the wonderful world of Italian bean salad recipes, where taste buds come alive and every bite is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN PASTA & BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Italian Pasta & Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ironblaze

Categories     Onions

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces tri-color spiral pasta
1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped (see below to roast your own)
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained (great northern)
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 (3 7/8 ounce) can sliced black olives
1/2 cup chopped green onion
feta cheese, for topping (optional)
3/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped parsley
2 -4 cloves chopped garlic
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions; drain.
  • Rinse with cold water.
  • Prepare vinaigrette while pasta is cooking.
  • Stir all vinaigrette ingredients together in large bowl.
  • To Roast Pepper Take 1 large red bell pepper, roast under broiler or on barbecue rotating frequently until skin is black.
  • Place warm pepper in sealed zip lock bag for 5 minutes.
  • Peel skin off pepper while it is still hot.
  • Seed and chop pepper.
  • Stir pasta, pepper, canned ingredients and onion into vinaigrette. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Chill and serve.
  • Top with feta cheese if desired.
  • Enjoy!

ITALIAN GREEN BEAN SALAD



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Basil and red pepper lend bright flavor to this green bean salad. You'll love the crunch pine nuts provide! Kathy Kittell - Lenexa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
1/2 cup thinly sliced roasted sweet red peppers
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Fill a 6-qt. stockpot two-thirds full with water; bring to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., Combine beans, peppers, basil and pine nuts. In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice and seasonings until blended. Drizzle over bean mixture; toss to coat.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLE ITALIAN BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Simple Italian Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CulinaryQueen

Categories     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 spring onions, chopped (aka scallions or green onions)
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 red chile, deseeded and finely chopped
2 (400 g) cans cannellini beans
1 (400 g) can butter beans, drained
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the spring onions, garlic and chili.
  • Add the three cans of beans and mix thoroughly.
  • Whisk together the olive oil and white wine vinegar and season.
  • Drizzle over the bean salad and stir in with the parsley.
  • Serve straight away or refrigerate until ready.

ITALIAN BEAN AND TUNA SALAD



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For a new take on tuna, team it with a variety of colorful veggies.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (19 or 15 oz) Progresso™ cannellini beans or 1 can (16 oz) navy beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (6 oz) white tuna in water, drained, flaked
1 cup frozen cut green beans, cooked, rinsed with cold water
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup reduced-calorie or fat-free Italian dressing
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
Lettuce leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except lettuce. Refrigerate 10 minutes to blend flavors.
  • Just before serving, place lettuce in serving bowl; spoon salad on lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

ZESTY ITALIAN PASTA BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Zesty Italian Pasta Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shellbelle

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups dry spiral shaped pasta
1 small fresh broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
2 carrots, peeled and diced
1 can diced tomato
1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni until tender.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, mix broccoli, carrots, diced tomato, and black olives.
  • Add rest of ingredients and stir.
  • Cover and Chill before serving.

ITALIAN BEAN SALAD



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Bottled dressing adds flavor in a flash to this salad sent in by Sue Ross of Casa Grande, Arizona. "The recipe can be doubled or even tripled for potlucks, picnics or barbecues," she assures.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (9 ounces) frozen cut green beans, cooked and drained
1 cup garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup julienned red onion
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
1/8 teaspoon salt or salt-free seasoning blend

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine beans and onion. Add dressing and salt; toss to coat. Cover and chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 374mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TONY'S ITALIAN GREEN BEAN SALAD



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Categories     Bean     Tomato     Side     Marinate

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb. fresh green beans
2 large ripe tomatoes, cut in wedges
1 med. red onion, halved and thinly sliced, rings seperated
1/3 c. freshly grated parmesan cheese
3/4 c. kalmata (or black)olives, pitted
VINAIGRETTE DRESSING:
1/3 c. olive oil
1/3 c. red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. dark coarse grain mustard
black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Wash and remove the ends from beans. Heat a pot of salt water to boiling. Place beans in boiling water and cook uncovered for 5 minutes. Cover and cook for no longer than 10 minutes more, until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse under cold water just to stop the cooking. Beans should remain slightly warm to absorb the dressing. Place the beans in a large bowl with the olives, onions, and tomato wedges. While the beans are cooking, prepare the vinaigrette. Place all of the ingredients in a blender, and process until oil and vinegar are incorporated. Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables in the bowl, and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Just prior to serving, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and toss.

ITALIAN GARBANZO BEAN SALAD



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This is such a great salad that's packed with robust Italian flavor. It makes a lot, so it's a good salad to take to potluck gatherings.

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Other Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 (15-ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
5 oz pepperoni, cubed (i used pepperoni minis)
6 oz salami, cubed
2 large cucumbers, halved lenghtwise and slices
1 c grape tomatoes (i cut them in half)
1/2 large red onion, chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
6 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 c italian dressing
1/2 large lemon, juice of
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp italian seasoning

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Toss well, then refrigerate 1-2 hours before serving. Serve chilled.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. Look for beans that are plump and have no blemishes, and use fresh vegetables and herbs.
  • Use a variety of beans: Don't be afraid to mix and match different types of beans in your salad. This will add flavor and texture.
  • Cook the beans properly: If you're using dried beans, be sure to soak them overnight before cooking. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming tough.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: You want the vegetables in your salad to be crisp-tender, so don't overcook them. Blanching the vegetables is a good way to achieve this.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what really brings an Italian bean salad together. Use a dressing that is flavorful and tangy, such as a vinaigrette or a lemon-herb dressing.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Italian bean salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give Italian bean salad a try!

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