White Bean, Arugula and Roasted Bell Pepper Salad*

Ingredients

  • 4 medium red bell peppers or a combination of red, orange and yellow
  • salt and ground black pepper, as desired
  • 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste or 2 small anchovy fillets, rinsed & finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Italian parsley, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups navy beans, cooked or 1-15 oz can, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 3 cups arugula leaves or a spring mix of baby leaves
  • *Meets Cardiac Rehab/MetFit guidelines.

Preparation

  1. Roast bell peppers on a grill pan under the broiler or over hot coals on the grill until charred. Turn 1/4 turn about every 4-5 minutes under the broiler, timing will vary on the grill. Remove peppers to a large bowl, cover and allow to cool enough to handle before peeling, seeding, and dicing into 1/4-inch dice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Meanwhile to make the dressing: Whisk together the anchovy paste, garlic and vinegar, drizzle in the olive oil, then add the parsley. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  3. Place the beans in a medium bowl and pour dressing over the beans. Add roasted peppers and tomatoes. Toss to coat with dressing.
  4. Arrange 1/2 cup of greens onto each of 6 plates. Top with a heaping 3/4 cup of the bean mixture and serve.

Categories

  • Lunch
  • Salad
  • Fish/Seafood
  • Plant-Based Protein
  • Vegetable
  • Dairy Free
  • Gluten Free
  • Quick and Easy
  • Cardiac Rehab
  • MetFit
  • MHealthy

Nutrition Information

Serving Size
1 1/4 cup
Serves
6
Calories
267.00
Total Fat (g)
8.00
Saturated Fat (g)
1.00
Sodium (mg)
15.00
Total Carbohydrates (g)
39.00
Dietary Fiber (g)
15.00
Protein (g)
13.00