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Dilly White Bean Cucumber Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and creamy Dilly White Bean Cucumber Salad combining tender white beans with crisp cucumbers and radishes, tossed in a tangy lemon-Dijon vinaigrette with fresh dill and green onions. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack.

Ingredients

For the Vinaigrette

  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Juice of 1 small lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Black pepper, to taste

For the Salad

  • 2 (15-ounce) cans white beans (Great Northern, cannellini, or navy beans), rinsed and drained
  • 2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced (or 1/2 large cucumber)
  • 5-7 radishes, cut into matchsticks
  • 0.75 oz fresh dill, stems removed and finely chopped
  • 2 green onions, green and white parts thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Make the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and emulsified. Set aside for 5 minutes to allow the lemon juice to mellow the sharpness of the raw garlic.
  2. Prepare the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed and drained white beans, thinly sliced cucumbers, radish matchsticks, chopped fresh dill, and sliced green onions. Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
  3. Season and Serve: Taste the salad and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately for a crisp texture, or refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • White Beans: Great Northern beans offer a soft, creamy texture ideal for this salad. Cannellini or navy beans can be used as substitutes. Chickpeas work as well but result in a less creamy salad.
  • Oil-Free Variation: Substitute the olive oil with 2 tablespoons of runny tahini for a different flavor. You may need to add 1-2 tablespoons of water to thin the dressing depending on tahini consistency.

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