White Bean and Mint Salad Recipe

Name: White Bean and Mint Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound dry white beans, like Great Northern; 1 carrot, scraped; 1 onion, cut into quarters; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 clove garlic; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar (or to taste); Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/2 to 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley; About 15 mint leaves, chopped

Servings: persons

1 pound dry white beans, like Great Northern
1 carrot, scraped
1 onion, cut into quarters
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar (or to taste)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 to 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
About 15 mint leaves, chopped

1
Soak beans overnight.
2
Drain and place in a saucepan with water to cover and add carrot and onion.
3
Bring to boil and simmer for 30 minutes, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
4
Add salt and cook until beans are tender (about one hour).
5
Drain and remove and discard carrot and onion.
6
Make dressing.
7
Peel the garlic and press it with the tines of a fork or through a garlic press.
8
Place tablespoon of beans in a mixing bowl with garlic and mash to a puree.
9
Add mustard and vinegar and season to taste with salt and pepper.
10
Gradually add olive oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly, until dressing has reached the consistency of mayonnaise.
11
Add parsley, mint and beans and toss.
12
Correct seasoning and serve at room temperature.

304

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound dry white beans, like Great Northern, 1 carrot, scraped, 1 onion, cut into quarters, Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, White Bean and Mint Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

White Bean and Mint Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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