Warm White Bean Salad

Today was a warm day in Southern California but with the Santa Ana winds blowing there was a little chill to the air, perfect for a warm salad. This recipe is from Everyday Food (May 2005) and it includes my favorite spring-time ingredient, lemon.


bean salad minus the onions

ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil


• 1/2 small red onion, diced


• 2 medium carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced


• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced


• 1 garlic clove, slivered


• 2 cups cooked cannellini beans


• 1 tsp grated lemon zest


• 2 tsps fresh lemon juice


• salt and pepper to taste

In a small saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add onion and carrots, cook for 5 minutes or until onion is browned. Add bell pepper and garlic, cook until pepper is crisp-tender.

Stir in beans, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook until warm and serve.