How to Make White Bean & Spinach Salad

Whole Foods Recipes: With so few ingredients, this salad is surprisingly substantial thanks to the protein- and fiber-packed white beans. Tender spinach, zippy red onion and a bold Dijon dressing fill out this simple salad that works as a main dish or side. 

Ingredients:

3 cups cooked no-salt-added cannellini beans, from 2 (15-ounce cans) beans, drained and rinsed

1 small red onion, quartered and thinly sliced

4 cups tightly packed fresh spinach leaves, tough stems removed

2 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

2 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl combine beans and onion. Slice spinach into thin ribbons and add to the beans. 

2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together mustard, vinegar and Italian seasoning. Pour dressing over the bean mixture and stir to combine all ingredients. Serve immediately or chill until ready to use.