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Tomato, Cucumber & White-Bean Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

Fresh basil vinaigrette, bright with red wine vinegar and a touch of honey, coats crisp greens, creamy white beans, juicy tomatoes, and cool cucumber slices in every refreshing bite.

Tomato, Cucumber & White-Bean Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
Total
18 min
Prep
18 min
Serves
4

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
246
Protein
8g
Carbs
22g
Fat
15g
Fiber
8g
Sugar
5g
Sodium
271mg

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 10 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium cannellini beans, rinsed
  • 1 cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 1/2 cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced (1 cup)

Instructions

  1. Place basil, oil, vinegar, shallot, mustard, honey, salt and pepper in a mini food processor. Process until mostly smooth. Transfer to a large bowl. Add greens, beans, tomatoes and cucumber. Toss to coat.