Description
A vibrant and flavorful Italian Grinder Bean Salad combining garbanzo and white beans with savory salami, fresh vegetables, and a zesty homemade dressing. This quick and easy no-cook dish is perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side, ready in just 15 minutes and serving 5.
Ingredients
Beans
- 1 can (15-16 ounces) Garbanzo Beans
- 1 can (15-16 ounces) White Beans
Meat and Vegetables
- 4 ounces Salami
- 1 large Bell Pepper
- 1/2 cup Diced Grape or Cherry Tomatoes
- 1/4 cup Diced Banana Peppers
- 1/4 cup Diced Red Onion
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil
Dressing
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced or microplaned
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Beans: Drain and rinse the garbanzo and white beans thoroughly under cold water. Place them into a large mixing bowl to form the base of the salad.
- Chop Ingredients: Finely chop the salami, bell pepper, diced grape or cherry tomatoes, banana peppers, red onion, and fresh basil. Add all these chopped ingredients to the bowl with the beans, mixing gently to combine.
- Make Dressing: In a mason jar or small bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper. Shake or whisk vigorously until the dressing is smooth, creamy, and fully emulsified.
- Toss Salad: Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the bean and vegetable mixture. Use a large spoon to toss the salad carefully until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately as a fresh, vibrant dish or store it covered in the refrigerator if not serving right away. It can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This salad is best eaten within 24-48 hours for maximum freshness.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the salami.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- The salad can be served as a main dish or a side.