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Everything Bagel Bean Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and flavorful Everything Bagel Bean Salad combining protein-rich chickpeas and white beans with fresh vegetables and a tangy, savory vinaigrette inspired by everything bagel seasoning. Perfect as a quick, refreshing side dish or light meal, it can be served fresh or chilled.

Ingredients

Vinaigrette

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (60 mL)
  • 2 Tbsp red vinegar
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp poppy seeds
  • 2 tsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dill
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper

Salad

  • 1 15-oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (425 g)
  • 1 15-oz can white beans, drained and rinsed (425 g)
  • 1 cup finely diced celery (about 3 stalks)
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 English cucumber, finely diced
  • 4 Tbsp finely chopped chives
  • 1 8-oz package fresh mozzarella pearls (226 g)

Instructions

  1. Make the Vinaigrette: In a bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red vinegar, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined and emulsified, creating a flavorful dressing.
  2. Prepare the Salad Ingredients: Drain and rinse the chickpeas and white beans thoroughly. Finely dice the celery stalks, green bell pepper, and English cucumber. Chop the chives finely. Open the package of fresh mozzarella pearls and drain any excess liquid.
  3. Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, white beans, diced celery, bell pepper, cucumber, chopped chives, and mozzarella pearls. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss gently but thoroughly to coat everything evenly with the dressing.
  4. Serve: The salad can be served immediately for a fresh taste or chilled in the refrigerator for up to a few hours to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy as a side dish or light meal.

Notes

  • Drain and rinse canned beans to reduce sodium and improve texture.
  • Finely dicing vegetables ensures even distribution of flavors in every bite.
  • Salad can be made ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • If mozzarella pearls are unavailable, small mozzarella balls or diced mozzarella can be used instead.
  • Adjust salt and seasoning to taste if using salted canned beans.

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