white bean salad with olives + arugula

Overall, this salad truly is a show stopper.  It is one of those salads that is as delicious as it is beneficial to our health.  From the cardiovascular health benefits in carrots to the anti-inflammatory qualities found in sesame, this white bean salad with olives + arugula is a total superfood in the rawest form.

Being that it is already Fall but we are experiencing yet another heat wave, I’ve been serving this salad with our dinner a lot lately.  I found it is one salad that everyone in my family enjoys eating.  Not sure if you know, but my family has some pretty picky eaters.  So I get beyond thrilled when I make something healthy that everyone will eat.

I must tell you that this salad is absolutely gorgeous when tossed and served in a big wooden bowl.  Honestly, I wish I would have taken some pictures.  From now on, this salad will be my go-to when I entertain.

white bean salad with olives + arugula

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• Author: Adoring Kitchen
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 6 1x
• Category: Salad
• Cuisine: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

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Description

Adapted from The Ranch at Live Oak Cookbook

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Ingredients

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• 3 tablespoons cold pressed extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon se salt
• 2 (15-ounce) cans organic cannelloni beans, craned and rinsed
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced
• 1/2 small red onion, chopped
• 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, chopped
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 3 cup arugula leaves
• 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/3 cup toasted sesame seeds
• Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. In a mason jar, add olive oil, sesame oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt. Screw on lid and shake vigorously until combined. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, add the beans, carrots, bell pepper, onion, olives, and basil. Add some dressing and toss well until coated. (Salad can be prepared up to 6 hours ahead; cover and refrigerate.) Before serving, toss in the arugula, tomatoes, and sesame deeds. Season the salad with salt and pepper and additional dressing as desired.

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Equipment

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Notes

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 6
• Calories: 287
• Fat: 20 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Protein: 7 g

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