Mediterranean Chicken and White Bean Salad

Courtesy of USDA MyPlate

This refreshing salad starts with cooked chicken, white beans, cucumber, and onion with a splash of fresh lemon juice, oil, and seasonings for a delicious combination. Try it with tuna and chopped tomatoes for variety.

Ingredients

• 1 cup skinless cooked chicken (diced into 1/2 inch pieces)
• 1 can 15.5 ounce low-sodium white beans (drained and rinsed with cold water)
• 1 cucumber (peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
• 1/4 red or white onion (peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon dried basil or parsley leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Put everything in the bowl and gently toss.
2. Serve right away, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

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