Ensalada de Alubias Rojas

Ensalada de Alubias Rojas is a vibrant Spanish salad that combines the hearty texture of red beans with fresh vegetables, providing a nutritious and protein-rich meal. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish.

Ingredients

• Red beans (cooked) - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 100 grams
• Red onion - 50 grams
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked red beans, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and diced bell pepper.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
4. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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