Roman-style bean salad
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Energy Kcal 191
- Carbohydrates g 9.1
- of which sugars g 2.9
- Protein g 7.9
- Fats g 13.7
- of which saturated fat g 2.08
- Fiber g 8.6
- Cholesterol mg 11
- Sodium mg 715
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Prep time: 30 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Very low
PRESENTATION
Colorful plates packed with Roman-style bean salad tend to brighten up any family table, especially when everyone’s looking for good food that’s both fresh and filling. Snap-crisp texture from Italian Flat Beans delivers a nice bite, while each forkful offers a blend of crisp, refreshing flavors and beautiful garden colors that look so appealing for family meals or weekend get-togethers. With its bold, tangy Olive Oil Vinaigrette and that mild, earthy taste everyone pretty much LOVES, this Romano Bean Salad sets itself apart as a reliable favorite for families. The way the greens, reds, and yellows come together makes it super nice for potlucks, BBQs, or even simple lunch tables—there’s always somebody sneaking a second helping. That mix of crisp yet tender beans, a splash of herby savor, and the freshest look kind of sums up why busy families keep coming back to this fresh salad.
Good for more than just gatherings, this quick bean salad stays practical for everyday lunches or snacks since it offers that high-fiber snack benefit everyone wants (especially families watching out for healthy options!). Kids and adults appreciate a make-ahead dish that actually tastes AMAZING after waiting in the fridge…always a plus for busy schedules. You’ll see how a serving with grilled chicken or seafood makes dinner interesting again, or how this simple salad grabs attention when served alongside pasta or crusty bread. Since it’s a Reliably Tasty Salad that’s both easy and packed with flavor, families regularly slip it into party spreads or fast weekday meals without worry. That little bit of Italian flair—thanks to Italian Pole Beans and zesty herbs—brings a great touch to home menus, while the colorful appearance makes it stand out (even for folks who usually aren’t salad fans). Home cooks looking for versatile, eye-catching food will find this salad fits practically any occasion, combining all the good stuff: flavor, color, nutrition, and, most of all, real crowd appeal.
- INGREDIENTS
- Precooked Borlotti beans 1 - can
- Precooked Cannellini beans 1 - can
- Anchovies 8 - fillets in oil
- Thyme 3 sprigs
- Garlic 1 clove
- Red Tropea onions 1
- Red wine vinegar 1 glass
- Extra virgin olive oil 6 spoonfuls
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
How to prepare Roman-style bean salad
Pour the beans along with their preserving water into a colander, then rinse them quickly under running water and let them drain well. Peel and thinly slice the Tropea onion 1, then place it in a bowl with a glass of red wine vinegar, covering it with cold water; let it soak like this for about half an hour, then drain it 3.
In the meantime, peel the garlic 4 and then finely chop it and set aside 5. Move on to the anchovies, place them on the cutting board 6
finely chop these as well 7 and then pour them into a small bowl along with the oil 8 and the chopped garlic 9
1 tablespoon of vinegar 10, salt and ground pepper 11, and thyme leaves 12. Emulsify everything with a fork to combine the ingredients.
Pour the beans into a bowl 13, add the Tropea onion and the previously obtained sauce 14; mix everything and serve, sprinkling the serving plates with freshly ground pepper and thyme leaves 15.