Tasty Economical High Protein White Bean Salad

Ingredients

• 1 (14.5 oz) can of white beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 Tablespoons finely chopped red onion
• 2 Tablespoons finely chopped pickled pimento
• 1/2 fresh lemon, squeezed
• 2 teaspoons red or white wine vinegar
• 1 Tablespoon vegetable or olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of a combination of herbs of choice such as chopped parsley, rosemary, tarragon, thyme, or you can use 1/2 teaspoon dry herbs de province (crumbled)
• salt and pepper to taste.
• 3 Tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
• Serves 3-4

Directions

1. Open the can of beans and dump into a colander. Drain the juices out and rinse the beans.
2. Place beans into a mixing bowl.
3. Finely chop the red onion and pimento.
4. and squeeze the lemon. Add all to the beans and stir in.
5. Let it sit while preparing the other ingredients.
6. In a small bowl stir together the vinegar, oil and dried herbs.
7. Pour over the bean salad. Stir in and add a little salt and pepper to taste.
8. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and stir in to combine.
9. Cover with a plastic wrap or lid and refrigerate for a few hours to immerse the flavors.
10. Serve cold as a salad.