# VIRAL DENSE BEAN SALAD

This hearty and filling bean salad is packed with fiber and protein, perfect for meal prep.

- Cuisine: Greek
- Category: Salad
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 3 small Persian cucumbers, chopped
- 0.5 red onion
- 3 multicolor bell peppers, deseeded and chopped
- 1 head of parsley, finely chopped
- 1 15 oz can rinsed and drained chickpeas
- 1 15 oz can rinsed and drained navy beans, or cannellini beans
- 0.33 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Juice of lemon
- 0.25 cup high quality balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 Tablespoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 Tablespoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 0.5 cup chopped salami

## Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the beans, then add them to a large salad bowl.
2. Add the cucumbers, red onion, bell peppers, and parsley to the salad bowl.
3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano, dijon mustard, cumin, and salt.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad.
5. Add the feta and chopped salami.
6. Gently toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated in dressing.
7. Taste and adjust if needed with more salt, lemon juice, or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
8. Serve right away or chill in the fridge for 30–60 minutes to let the flavors meld.

## Equipment

- large salad bowl
- small bowl or jar

## Tips

- Perfect for meal prep as it holds up well in the fridge.
- Great paired with a protein for quick lunches and dinners, or as a side for picnics and cookouts.
- Adjust seasoning with more salt, lemon juice, or red pepper flakes if needed.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZThDCy1wB/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/491d35c1-a127-4875-b86b-969ffd01fd5d
- Extracted: 2026-01-23

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