Dilly White Bean Cucumber Salad Recipe
A refreshing and light Dilly White Bean Cucumber Salad combining creamy white beans, crisp cucumbers, and peppery radishes tossed in a zesty lemon garlic vinaigrette with fresh dill and green onions. Perfect as a quick side or healthy lunch option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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, rinsed and drained
- 2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced (or 1/2 a 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
- Make the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the lemon juice to mellow the raw garlic flavor.
- Make the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the rinsed and drained white beans, sliced cucumbers, radish matchsticks, chopped fresh dill, and sliced green onions. Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are well coated and evenly mixed. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately for a fresh crunch, or refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Rinsing canned white beans reduces sodium content and improves texture.
- Allowing the salad to chill for a short period enhances flavor integration.
- This salad keeps well for up to 5 days, making it ideal for meal prep.
- Use Persian cucumbers for a crisp texture; if unavailable, use another thinly sliced cucumber variety.
- Fresh dill is essential for authentic flavor; dried dill may be substituted but will alter the taste.
