5 from 18 votes
Black Beans, Feta, Basil, Red Onion, and Tomato Salad Recipe
This salad combines black beans, crumbled feta, fresh basil, tomatoes, and red onion, tossed in a tangy dressing of white balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, and spices. The contrast of creamy feta with crisp vegetables and herbaceous notes creates a refreshing and balanced dish. It is served chilled and pairs well as a side or light meal during warmer weather or as a fresh addition to any table.
Prep Time
30 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
5
people
Calories:
172 kcal
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 15 oz black beans 1 can, drained, rinsed
- ⅓ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 10-12 basil fresh, cut into strips
- 1 Roma tomato cored, diced
- ¼ cup red onion dices
Dressing
- 2 Tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp oregano dried
- ¼ tsp thyme dried
- 1 tsp lemon juice fresh squeezed
- ¼ tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- To prepare the salad:
- In a large bowl, mix together the black beans, feta cheese, basil, red onion, and tomatoes.
- For the dressing:
- In a small bowl whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Kosher salt, oregano, thyme, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until all ingredients are well blended.
- Pour over the bean mixture and mix until ingredients are well coated.
- Chill until ready to use.
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Notes
- Prepare the salad ingredients ahead but add dressing only when ready to serve to maintain freshness.
- This salad stores best refrigerated for up to 1 day after dressing is added; beyond that, texture quality declines.
- Do not freeze since thawing causes sogginess and loss of crispness.
- To change the flavor profile, consider adding spices for a more Mexican-inspired variation.
Nutrition Information
Calories
172kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
8mg
(3%)
Sodium
350mg
(15%)
Potassium
338mg
(7%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
190IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
2.1mg
(2%)
Calcium
72mg
(7%)
Iron
1.9mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 172
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 172kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 350mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 338mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 190IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.