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Caesar Cannellini Bean Salad

This Caesar Cannellini Bean Salad is a hearty and flavorful twist on the classic Caesar salad. Packed with protein-rich cannellini beans, nutty farro, and crunchy Parmesan croutons, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. The homemade Caesar dressing adds a creamy, zesty kick, while kale, radicchio, and pepperoncini provide a refreshing balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for meal prep or a light yet filling meal!

  • Total Time: 20 minutes (+30 minutes chill time)

Ingredients

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Creamy Caesar Dressing

  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar

  • 6 anchovy filets

  • 4 garlic cloves

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

Parmesan Croutons

  • 1 1/2 cups cubed Italian bread

  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Salad

  • 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

  • 2 cups packed baby kale

  • 1 cup cooked farro, cooled

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 2/3 cup shredded radicchio

  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

  • 1/4 cup jarred sliced pepperoncini peppers

  • 1 shallot, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Make the Dressing: Blend red wine vinegar, anchovy fillets, and garlic in a blender until nearly smooth. Add Greek yogurt, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and sugar; blend until smooth. Refrigerate until needed.

  2. Prepare the Croutons: Toss bread cubes with melted butter, then mix in grated Parmesan. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Toast the bread cubes, turning occasionally, until golden brown (about 10 minutes). Let cool.

  3. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, mix cannellini beans, kale, farro, bell pepper, radicchio, Parmesan, pepperoncini, and shallot.

  4. Toss & Chill: Coat the salad with Caesar dressing and toss well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 days.

  5. Serve & Garnish: Top with croutons just before serving for added crunch.

  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: No cook time (only chilling required)
  • Category: Salad, Main Course
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 496 per serving