Lunch
British Dishes
High-Protein Vegetarian Bean Salad

2

10 mins

Packed with plant-based protein and fibre, this colourful bean and edamame salad is fresh, filling and easy to make. Creamy feta and a zesty lemon-yoghurt dressing bring everything together, while juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumber and red onion add plenty of freshness and texture. Perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner or even side dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 × 400g can mixed beans, drained and rinsed 
  • 150g shelled edamame (frozen is fine)
  • 200g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cucumber, diced
  • ½ small red onion, finely sliced
  • 40g reduced-fat feta, crumbled (or vegan cheese)
  • 80g 0% Greek yoghurt (or coconut yoghurt)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp olive oil

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Instructions

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Defrost the edamame beans according to instructions if using frozen.

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Combine the beans, edamame, tomatoes, cucumber and red onion in a bowl.

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Mix the yogurt, lemon juice, mustard, olive oil and oregano to make a creamy dressing.

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Toss everything together and top with feta.

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Add plenty of black pepper and extra lemon to taste.

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Storage information

Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. For the best texture, keep the dressing separate if preparing it ahead.

Tip

Lower carb: Reduce the beans to 160g drained and increase the edamame to 200g. Lower fat: Omit the feta cheese, and add extra lemon juice and herbs for flavour.

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Vegetarian
Vegan/Vegan friendly
Low fat
Low carbohydrate
Balanced
Halal Friendly
Gluten-free friendly
High protein
Kosher Friendly
Quick and easy (<30 mins total)
Non-cook meals
Beginner
Budget-friendly
Family-friendly

Abbi

Head Chef

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