Italian Beans and Greens Salad
Beans and greens is a classic Italian meal or side dish. In this diabetes-friendly version, the cured ham is replaced with turkey bacon and chicken sausage. They are mixed with baby greens and cannellini beans and made into a salad. It’s a hearty, fresh twist on a mediterranean classic.
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Ingredients
- 2 slice turkey bacon (cut into ½ inch pieces)
- 2 whole Italian seasoned chicken sausages (cut into ½ -inch rounds)
- 4 cup power greens
- 1/2 cup low sodium cannellini beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1/4 cup red onion (slices)
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 2 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (shaved)
Method
- 1
In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy and sausage until browned.
- 2
Place greens, cannellini beans, and onions in a large bowl.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and black pepper together. Drizzle over the salad and toss to coat the greens. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
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