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No-Cook White Bean & Spinach Caprese Salad
This refreshing No-Cook White Bean & Spinach Caprese Salad blends the rich flavors of the Mediterranean with the nutritional powerhouse of white beans and spinach. Perfect for a light yet protein-rich meal, it's a testament to the simplicity and health benefits of Mediterranean cuisine.
15 min4 servingsmediterraneanmain course
ketogenic
vegetarian
lacto-vegetarian
pescetarian
primal
mediterranean
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Calories705
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23g29%
Saturated Fat 9g47%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 50mg17%
Sodium 951mg41%
Total Carbohydrate 99g36%
Dietary Fiber 31g112%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 42g83%
Calcium 1041mg80%
Iron 13mg73%
Potassium 2776mg59%
Vitamin A 548mcg61%
Vitamin C 2.7mg3%
Vitamin B6 0.02mg1%
Vitamin E 0.12mg1%
Vitamin K 62mcg52%
Magnesium 366mg87%
Zinc 9mg82%
Folate 10mcg3%
Approximate values — some ingredient data may be incomplete.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients
- 2 cups beans
- 4 cups spinach
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 0.25 cup basil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1Rinse and drain the white beans thoroughly.
- 2Wash the baby spinach and cherry tomatoes. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- 3In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and minced garlic clove for the dressing.
- 4Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- 5In a large bowl, gently toss the white beans, baby spinach, and cherry tomatoes.
- 6Add the mozzarella balls and fresh basil leaves to the salad.
- 7Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine everything evenly.
- 8Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 9Give the salad a final gentle toss before serving.
- 10Serve the salad immediately, ensuring each portion has a good mix of all ingredients.
- 11Enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors and the nutritional benefits of this Mediterranean dish.
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