Mediterranean black bean salad

Mediterranean black bean salad

from thedeliciousplate.com
15 min
6 servings

Mediterranean black bean salad is easy to make and packed with crunchy veggies and black beans, all tossed in a light, zesty vinaigrette. An easy and nutritious weekday salad!

Ingredients

  • 1 can (400g or 14oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 head of romain lettuce, rinsed and chopped
  • 1/2 seedless cucumber, (chopped)
  • 200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, (chopped)
  • 1 red or yellow pepper, (chopped)
  • 1 avocado, chopped in big chunks
  • 1/2 cup olives
  • 1/2-1 cup feta cheese, (crumbled)
  • 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon, (juiced)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp crossly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, mix together the ingredients for the dressing and set aside.

  2. 2

    Add the chopped romaine lettuce and all the vegetables, olives and chopped parsley to a large salad bowl. Pour over the dressing and gently toss the salad together.

  3. 3

    Top the salad with the crumbled feta cheese and some extra salt and pepper is desired. Serve immediately.