Lemon-Dill White Bean Salad with Cherry Tomatoes
A bright, protein-packed salad featuring cannellini beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lemon-dill dressing. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, chopped fresh dill into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed cannellini beans
- 1 1/2 cups, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
- 3 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed cannellini beans, 1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion.
- Step 2: Whisk together 1 lemon zested and juiced, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and 3 tbsp chopped fresh dill until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour dressing over bean mixture and toss gently until evenly coated. Chill for 20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Dill White Bean Salad with Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lemon-Dill White Bean Salad with Cherry Tomatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep halved cherry tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill White Bean Salad with Cherry Tomatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lemon-Dill White Bean Salad with Cherry Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lemon-Dill White Bean Salad with Cherry Tomatoes?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
