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Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad

Fresh and Flavorful Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad

A vibrant and nutritious Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad packed with plant-based protein and fiber, perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Pickling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large cucumber Cut in half and sliced
  • 1 small red onion Diced
  • 1 cup cannellini beans Drained
  • 1 cup chickpeas Drained
  • 1 jalapeño jalapeño Diced, for heat and tang
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro Chopped, reserve some for garnish
For the Dressing
  • 1 tblsp olive oil For creaminess
  • 1 tblsp white wine vinegar Can substitute with white balsamic or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 lime lime Juice and zest
  • 1 tblsp miso For flavor
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños For topping
  • 1 large avocado Diced

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Small pan
  • blender
  • Colander
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pickle the jalapeños: Whisk together white wine vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Stir in jalapeños and half of the cilantro. Set aside for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Marinate the onion: Combine diced red onion with lime zest, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Massage for 1 minute and let rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Prepare cucumbers: Cut cucumber in half, smack to crack, slice and sprinkle with salt. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  4. Make the dressing: Warm olive oil, sauté garlic until golden, then blend with pickled jalapeños, lime juice, vinegar, miso, cilantro, and salt until smooth.
  5. Assemble salad: In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, cannellini beans, chickpeas, and marinated onion. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
  6. Serve or store: Enjoy immediately or store in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Serve on tostadas or as a side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum freshness, store pickled jalapeños and salad in separate containers. This keeps flavors intact for up to four days.

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