Greek Butter Bean Salad

Name: Greek Butter Bean Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 15-ounce can butter beans (drained and rinsed {you can sub in cannellini beans}); 1 English cucumber (sliced); 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved); 1 green bell pepper (diced); 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced); 1/2 cup castelvetrano olives (pitted and halved {you can sub in kalamata olives}); 3/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled); 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon); 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped); 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (chopped)

This vibrant Greek Butter Bean Salad is fresh, hearty and full of bright Mediterranean flavor. Creamy butter beans are tossed with crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, salty feta, fresh herbs and a light lemon dressing. It is the perfect make-ahead side dish or light satisfying meal.

Prep20 min
Total20 min
Makes4 servings
Calories262

Ingredients

4 servings

For the salad:

1 15-ounce can butter beans (drained and rinsed {you can sub in cannellini beans})
1 English cucumber (sliced)
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
1/2 cup castelvetrano olives (pitted and halved {you can sub in kalamata olives})
3/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled)

For the dressing:

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh oregano (chopped)

Method

1
Add olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, dill, and oregano to a large mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth.
2
Add butter beans to the bowl. Gently stir to coat in the dressing.
3
Add cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, and olives to the bowl of butter beans and dressing. Toss to combine.
4
Top with crumbled feta and transfer to a serving bowl or platter. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!

Notes

Store Greek butter bean salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. If meal prepping this recipe, add the feta just before serving to maintain its texture. Stir before serving, as the dressing will settle at the bottom of the bowl. Rinse and drain butter beans thoroughly to remove excess starch. This will ensure that the dressing sticks evenly. For the best texture, dice/slice the vegetables into uniform pieces. Gently fold the beans into the dressing to avoid breaking them. If you have time, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before serving. Recipe Variations Add chopped artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, or roasted red peppers Swap feta for goat cheese or blue cheese Swap dill and oregano for parsley or mint Add more protein, like grilled chicken, shrimp, or steak