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Italian Grinder Bean Salad

Savory Italian Grinder Bean Salad for Healthy Meal Prep

Discover a healthy twist on Italian Grinder Bean Salad, rich in proteins and flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 1 can garbanzo beans drained
  • 1 can white beans drained
For the Protein
  • 1 cup turkey breast diced
  • 0.5 cup salami diced
For the Freshness
  • 1 cup green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cup pepperoncini sliced
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup parsley chopped
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup provolone cheese cubed
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt for dressing
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon pepperoncini brine
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and pepperoncini brine. Add Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and sea salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine drained garbanzo beans, drained white beans, diced turkey breast, diced salami, chopped green bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced pepperoncini, finely chopped red onion, and chopped parsley. Gently stir until well mixed.
  3. Fold in cubed provolone cheese and pour the dressing over the salad. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure even coating.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to fuse. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure all beans are well-drained. Let the salad chill for at least an hour for enhanced flavor.

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