Mediterranean Bean Salad with Lemon Dill Dressing
Mediterranean Bean Salad with Lemon Dill Dressing is a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This light and refreshing salad combines protein-packed chickpeas and kidney beans with crisp cucumber and a zesty lemon dill dressing, creating a flavor explosion that pleases both kids and adults. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this salad can be prepared in just 15 minutes and made ahead of time, allowing the ingredients to meld together while you focus on other meal prep. Whether served as a side dish alongside grilled meals or enjoyed as a light lunch, this Mediterranean Bean Salad is a versatile choice that will brighten up your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15.5 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15.5 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 small cucumber, sliced and quartered
- 5–6 radishes, thinly sliced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, kidney beans, cucumber, radishes, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Toss gently to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature; optionally garnish with extra dill or lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg