Mediterranean White Bean Salad

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (45 ml)
• 1 tbsp white wine vinegar (15 ml)
• 1 tsp dijon mustard (5 grams)
• 1 clove garlic (finely grated)
• 1 tsp dried oregano (1 gram)
• 1 jar white beans (same as canned) (25 oz / 700 grams)
• 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
• 1/2 English cucumber (finely diced)
• 1 red bell pepper (finely chopped)
• 1/3 cup sliced black olives (75 grams)
• 4 oz small fresh mozzarella balls (each one cut in half) (115 grams)
• 12 fresh basil leaves (finely chopped)
• sea salt & black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Add the olive oil into a bowl, along with the white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, oregano, and season with salt & pepper, whisk together and set aside

2. 2

   Drain the jar of white beans into a colander and rinse under water, then shake off any excess water, and transfer the beans into a large bowl

3. 3

   Add the chopped red onion over the beans, along with the chopped cucumber, red bell pepper, sliced black olives, fresh mozzarella, and basil, then pour the dressing over the salad, season with salt & pepper, and gently mix together until well mixed

4. 4

   Serve at room temperature or chilled, as it will hold for up to 3 to 4 days in the fridge, enjoy!