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White Beans and Sun-Dried Tomato

Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp salt (sea salt if on a corn-free diet*)

• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 1 2/3 cups cannellini beans, cooked (one 15-ounce can, drained)

• 16 oz mixed salad greens (one 16-ounce bag)

• 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped

• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomato halves, dried

• Dressing:3 Tbs olive oil

• 3 Tbs red wine vinegar

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

A delicious way to eat your greens. Cannellini beans are small white beans that can be found in most grocery stores. Serve this main dish salad with a loaf of crusty bread.

Directions

• Prepare sun-dried tomatoes by soaking in water for 15–30 minutes until soft.
• Prepare dressing: In a small bowl or jar, combine oil, red wine, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
• In a small bowl, add one Tbsp dressing to beans and mix.
• In a large bowl, combine salad mix with basil and the remaining dressing and gently toss.
• Arrange greens on individual salad plates and spoon beans on top. Garnish with sun-dried tomatoes.