{"id":4138,"date":"2026-06-30T18:58:31","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T16:58:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.veggiejam.com\/english\/?p=4138"},"modified":"2026-06-30T18:58:32","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T16:58:32","slug":"white-bean-salad-with-shaved-fennel-cucumber-oil-free","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.veggiejam.com\/english\/white-bean-salad-with-shaved-fennel-cucumber-oil-free\/","title":{"rendered":"White Bean Salad with Shaved Fennel & Cucumber (Oil-free)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
This light white bean salad with cucumber and fennel<\/strong>, parsley, and an oil-free lemon dressing is ready before hunger even has a chance to strike \u2014 on the table in 10 minutes, no cooking required, no fuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Growing up, we had cucumber salad pretty regularly: Tear open the packet of instant salad dressing mix, mix with oil and water, shake well \u2014 done. I didn't hate it, but I didn't love it either. Fresh herbs were basically never part of the picture in our kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These days, store-bought instant dressing mix just doesn't make the cut for me. Because honestly, it really isn't any more effort to whisk together a homemade dressing<\/strong> and liven up a salad with fresh herbs. And once you see how much better it tastes... there's really no going back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For this white bean salad with cucumber and fennel, all you need is exactly 10 minutes <\/strong>\u2014 the speedy ones among you might even pull it off in 5 (feel free to drop your record in the comments!). The result: a fresh, satisfying salad <\/strong>that really comes alive thanks to that bright, oil-free lemon dressing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n For this fennel salad with white beans, you only need a handful of simple ingredients. For variations, check out the section below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n (You'll find the exact quantities in the recipe card below.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Making this white bean salad is genuinely quick \u2014 especially if you use a mandoline for the veggies (watch your fingers!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The salad tastes even better if you let it sit for a while<\/strong> \u2014 the vegetables absorb the dressing and everything becomes more flavorful. Overnight in the fridge<\/strong> is even better.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Here are a few ideas for how you can customize this cucumber fennel salad to suit your taste:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This salad works just as well as a light lunch as it does as a side dish. Here are a few ideas for what pairs beautifully with it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can, but you'd be missing out. Fennel has a lovely aroma, while cucumber is fairly neutral in flavor \u2014 the two actually complement each other really well here. If you're not a fennel fan, you could try swapping it for another vegetable like kohlrabi.<\/p> <\/div> Yes, and it actually tastes even better after it has had some time to marinate. It keeps in the fridge for up to 2\u20133 days.<\/p> <\/div> I recommend cannellini beans \u2014 they're beautifully small, have a slightly nutty flavor, and don't break apart as easily as larger white beans. But use whatever you have on hand; in the end, it doesn't make a huge difference.<\/p> <\/div> Absolutely! Soak dried white beans overnight, then cook them until tender (about 1 hour). The flavor will be even better, but of course it requires more lead time.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n If you loved this fennel salad, you'll also enjoy these delicious vegan salads:<\/p>\n\n\n I hope you give this fennel salad with beans a try! If you enjoy this dish, be sure to leave a comment<\/a>, rate the recipe, and tag me on instagram<\/a> @veggiejam<\/strong> (#veggiejam).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
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