TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SALAD WITH SPINACH, OLIVES, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES

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Tuscan White Bean Salad with Spinach, Olives, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes image

Provided by Sara Foster

Categories     Salad     Bean     Olive     Tomato     Spinach     Summer     Healthy

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups dried navy beans, rinsed and picked over
1/4 cup olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
4 cups firmly packed spinach, washed, drained, and stems removed
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup pitted black olives, such as kalamata or niçoise
Italian Vinaigrette
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. To quick-soak the beans: Place the beans in a large pot with water to cover by 3 inches and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 45 minutes. Remove from the heat, drain, and rinse.
  • 2. To cook the beans: Place the beans in a large pot and add enough water to cover by 3 to 4 inches. Bring to a boil, lower heat, and simmer, uncovered, 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until beans are tender but still firm. Drain and rinse the beans thoroughly. Set aside to cool.
  • 3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook and stir until slightly brown, about 5 minutes.
  • 4. Toss the beans, onion, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and olives in a large bowl with the vinaigrette until just combined. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use or up to 1 day. If refrigerating, add the spinach just before serving.

sudais yaseen
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Mohsin Gondal
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber. It's also a great source of vitamins and minerals.


Eugene Shufelt
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables. I like to add roasted broccoli or zucchini to mine.


Marlene Marlene
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it the night before and it will be just as good the next day.


Benyaagoub Benali
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I love the bright and cheerful colors of this salad. It's a great way to add some color to your plate.


Derick Enriquez
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sun-dried tomatoes and olives.


Daniyal Ahmed
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a great way to change up your lunch routine.


Emotional Boy
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of white beans, spinach, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes.


Flash Bubbie
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients.


Fahim Nudz
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover white beans. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Sadia Khalid
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I made this salad for a party and everyone loved it! It's a great salad to serve with grilled chicken or fish.


Steve Zink
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of white beans, spinach, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes.


Deonte Brownlow
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I'm not a big fan of white beans, but I loved this salad! The dressing is so flavorful and the sun-dried tomatoes add a nice touch.


General Account
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This is my go-to salad for potlucks and picnics. It's always a hit.


Arslan Ghumman
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mona Elhami
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The salad is light and refreshing, and the dressing is amazing.


Vicki Paterson
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This salad was a hit at my summer party! The flavors are so fresh and vibrant, and the sun-dried tomatoes add a nice tang.


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