Hearty Italian Grinder Bean Salad for Quick Meal Prep Delight

This Italian Grinder Bean Salad is a high-protein, delicious blend of beans and turkey, ready in under 20 minutes.

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Prep Time 20

Chill Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

1 can Garbanzo Beans drained and rinsed
1 can White Beans drained and rinsed
1 cup Diced Turkey Breast or cooked chicken
½ cup Diced Salami or Cured Sausage or omit for a lighter dish
1 large Green Bell Pepper diced
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
¼ cup Sliced Pepperoncini
¼ cup Red Onion finely chopped
¼ cup Parsley chopped
1 cup Diced Provolone or Mozzarella or vegan cheese

For the Creamy Grinder Dressing

½ cup Plain Greek Yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Pepperoncini Brine or pickle juice
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or regular mustard
1 clove Garlic minced
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
a pinch Red Pepper Flakes to taste
Sea Salt to taste

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
whisk
Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons
Spatula

Method

Preparation

In a small bowl, whisk together the creamy dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad ingredients.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Store the salad in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For optimal flavor, prepare a day in advance.

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