Tomato, Strawberry, and White Bean Salad
Let me tell you, this salad is a huge favourite! It’s fresh, colourful, nutritious and bursting with summer flavours. The combination of juicy tomatoes, sweet strawberries, Kalamata olives and fresh oregano creates a dish that tastes like a holiday, and the white beans make it filling enough to serve as a complete meal.
I love making it for weekday lunches, but it’s also perfect for barbecues, picnics or entertaining. And adding the croutons right before serving is the little touch that makes all the difference!
- Servings: 2 to 4
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
Good to know
- The quality of the tomatoes used in this recipe is crucial. Make the most of the season and choose the tastiest ones you can find!
- Add the croutons at the last moment so they stay nice and crispy.
- This salad will keep for about three days in the refrigerator. If you expect to have leftovers, simply set the croutons aside and add them just before serving.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can prepare it a few hours in advance or even the night before. Just make sure you add the croutons right before serving.
Absolutely! Chickpeas and giant beans are both excellent options. Canned tuna would also be delicious!
Depending on what you have on hand, you can use basil, flat-leaf parsley, or a mix of fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- 1 x 540 ml can of white beans, thoroughly rinsed and drained
- 2 tomatoes, cut into half-moons
- 1 1/2 cups (225 g) cherry tomatoes, cut in half
- 1 cup (150 g) strawberries, cut into quarters
- 1/2 cup (80 g) pitted Kalamata olives
- 1 French shallot, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) fresh oregano leaves
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) maple syrup
- 1 small clove of garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) crushed fennel seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground coriander seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 1/2 cups (90 g) of homemade or shop-bought croutons
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Preparation
- In a large bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the salad, except the croutons. Add the croutons just before serving.
