Italian Grinder Bean Salad
This Italian Grinder Bean Salad is a game-changer—packed with savory meats, crisp veggies, zesty dressing, and hearty beans. Inspired by Italian deli flavors and grinder sandwiches, it’s the perfect no-cook lunch or side that’s ready in minutes. Whether you're meal prepping or feeding a crowd, this colorful salad delivers bold flavor and nutrition. Crave deli-style flavor at home? This is your salad. Try it—it's free here!
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 15 oz can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained & rinsed
- 1 15 oz can white beans (we use cannellini beans), drained & rinsed
- 4 oz sliced salami cut into thin strips
- 1 large red bell pepper diced
- ½ cup sliced pepperoncini chopped
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh basil thinly sliced
- 6 oz mozzarella pearls
For the Vinaigrette:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 –2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
Make the vinaigrette:
- In a small measuring glass or salad dressing bottle, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Season generously with salt and cracked black pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Toss the salad:
- Add all the salad ingredients—beans, salami, red bell pepper, pepperoncini, red onion, basil, and mozzarella pearls—to a large bowl.
- Pour your desired amount of vinaigrette over the top and toss until everything is well-coated. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
Serve:
- Enjoy immediately or cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 340
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 720mg
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 13g