So delicious & healthy: Bean salad with tomatoes 🤩

> ✨ Bonus add-ins: avocado, corn, cucumber, olives, or feta (if not keeping it vegan)

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## 🥄 How to Make It (No Cooking Needed!)

1. **Rinse & drain your beans**
Choose 1–2 types of beans, rinse well, and let drain.

2. **Chop the fresh ingredients**
Halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice onion, and chop herbs.

3. **Mix the dressing**
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, salt, pepper, and (optional) minced garlic or mustard.

4. **Toss it all together**
Combine beans, tomatoes, onion, herbs, and dressing in a large bowl. Toss gently to coat.

5. **Let it chill (optional)**
Refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld — or dig in right away!

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## 💡 Tips & Variations

* **Meal prep tip:** Make a big batch and portion it for easy lunches.
* **Make it spicy:** Add chopped jalapeños or chili flakes.
* **Craving creaminess?** Add diced avocado or a dollop of hummus on top.
* **Make it Mediterranean:** Toss in olives, feta, and cucumber.

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## 💪 Health Highlights

* **Protein-rich:** Beans are a top plant-based protein source.
* **Gut-friendly:** High in fiber, helping digestion and satiety.
* **Antioxidant power:** Tomatoes are rich in lycopene and vitamins C & A.
* **Heart-healthy fats:** From olive oil and optional avocado.

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## Final Thoughts

This **Bean Salad with Tomatoes** is a celebration of simple, clean ingredients coming together in a dish that’s as nourishing as it is tasty. It’s quick, versatile, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser — whether you’re serving it as a light lunch, a side dish at a BBQ, or a meal prep go-to.

Once you try it, you’ll be saying: *“So delicious & healthy — why didn’t I make this sooner?”* 🤩

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