high protein white bean salad with feta and lemon garlic vinaigrette

Lunch

High Protein White Bean Salad with Feta & Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette

This white bean salad with feta and lemon-garlic vinaigrette is quick and requires no stove time. White beans bring plant-based protein and fiber to help keep you full. Creamy feta cheese provides a tangy, salty contrast to the bright vinaigrette. Tossed with fresh herbs and toasted walnuts, this salad is perfect for a light lunch.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons whole-milk plain strained (greek-style) yogurt
½ teaspoon dijon mustard
1 small clove garlic, grated (about ¼ teaspoon)
¼ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 (15-ounce) cans no-salt-added cannellini beans, rinsed (about 3 cups)
3 cups loosely packed baby spinach
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved (about 2 cups)
2 small shallots, sliced (about ¾ cup)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup toasted chopped walnuts

Directions

Whisk 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons yogurt, ½ teaspoon mustard, the grated garlic, ¼ teaspoon pepper and ¼ teaspoon salt together in a large bowl. While whisking constantly, slowly stream in ¼ cup oil until combined. Add rinsed beans, 3 cups spinach, halved tomatoes, sliced shallots and 3 tablespoons dill; gently toss until evenly coated. Sprinkle with ½ cup feta and ¼ cup walnuts.