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Italian Grinder Bean Salad

Savory Italian Grinder Bean Salad Full of Flavor and Protein

This Italian Grinder Bean Salad is a delicious fusion of flavors full of protein and fiber.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Garbanzo Beans drained
  • 2 cans White Beans such as Northern or navy beans
  • 1 cup Diced Turkey Breast or shredded chicken
  • 1 cup Diced Salami or Cured Sausage optional for plant-based
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper chopped
  • ½ cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup Pepperoncini sliced
  • ½ Red Onion finely chopped
  • ½ cup Parsley chopped fresh
  • 1 cup Provolone Cheese shredded
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Greek Yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Pepperoncini Brine or pickle juice
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional for heat
  • Sea Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, red wine vinegar, pepperoncini brine, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained garbanzo beans, white beans, diced turkey breast, diced salami, chopped green bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced pepperoncini, finely chopped red onion, and parsley. Gently toss until evenly mixed.
  3. Fold in the shredded provolone cheese into the bean salad mixture without breaking apart, stirring gently for about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to fully coat everything, taking about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days and keep dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain texture.

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