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Italian Grinder Bean Salad (High-Protein & High-Fiber)

4.75 from 4 votes
This Italian grinder bean salad has all the tangy, savory flavor of a loaded deli sub — but in a high-protein salad with 35g of protein and 12g of fiber. Garbanzo beans, white beans, turkey, salami, and provolone tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt grinder dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings : 6 servings

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Ingredients

For the Salad
  • 1 can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup diced turkey breast slices
  • 1 cup diced salami or cured sausage
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup sliced pepperoncini
  • ½ small red onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup parsley, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup diced provolone or mozzarella pearls
For the Creamy Grinder Dressing
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp pepperoncini brine
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • sea salt, to taste
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Instructions
 

  1. Make the Dressing
    In a small bowl or jar, whisk together ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons pepperoncini brine, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 clove finely grated garlic, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and sea salt (to taste). Stir until smooth and creamy.
    Overhead shot of creamy grinder bean salad dressing ingredients including Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, olive oil, oregano, and red pepper flakes in a glass jar.
  2. Combine the Salad Ingredients
    In a large mixing bowl, add:
    - 1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
    - 2 cans (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
    - 1 cup diced cooked turkey breast
    - 1 cup diced salami or cured sausage
    - 1 diced green bell pepper
    - ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
    - ½ cup sliced pepperoncini
    - ½ of a finely diced red onion
    - ½ cup roughly chopped parsley
    - 1 cup diced provolone or mozzarella pearls
    Gently toss to combine.
    Large mixing bowl filled with colorful ingredients for Italian grinder bean salad before tossing, including beans, salami, turkey, cheese, and vegetables.
  3. Dress the Salad
    Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss again until everything is evenly coated.
    Italian grinder bean salad fully mixed in a stainless steel bowl coated with creamy dressing and garnished with fresh herbs.
  4. Chill and Serve
    If time allows, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Garnish with extra pepperoncini before serving.
    Fork lifting a bite of Italian grinder bean salad with beans, diced deli meats, cheese, and vegetables over a bowl of salad on a light background.

Nutrition

Calories: 476kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 35gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 930mgPotassium: 1137mgFiber: 12gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 905IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 344mgIron: 7mg

Notes

This salad holds up well in the fridge for up to 4 days.