Italian Grinder Bean Salad
A high protein, high fiber salad you'll actually crave. This Italian Grinder Salad with Beans makes the perfect healthy meal prep lunch!
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can white kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 ounces sliced salami, turkey, and/or ham, cubed
- 2 ounces sliced provolone cheese, cubed
- 1 bell pepper, diced small
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, quartered
- 1/2 red onion, diced small
- 1/2 cup pickled banana peppers, chopped small
Italian Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 Tbsp banana pepper brine from the jar
- 1/2 Tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional
- 3/4 tsp salt, adjust to taste
- black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, add all ingredients for the salad dressing. Whisk together until the dressing is combined and smooth. Set aside.
- Add all salad ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Add dressing and mix until everything is well coated and ingredients are evenly distributed. Serve or store for later!
Calories: 572kcal, Carbohydrates: 39g, Protein: 24g, Fat: 36g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g, Monounsaturated Fat: 17g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 41mg, Sodium: 1367mg, Potassium: 779mg, Fiber: 11g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 1332IU, Vitamin C: 50mg, Calcium: 251mg, Iron: 5mg