Ingredients
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- 2 (15-ounce) cans Great Northern or Cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup dill pickle juice
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the ingredients by finely chopping the dill pickles, red onion, and fresh dill. Place the rinsed and thoroughly drained white beans into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
- Step 2: Prepare the dressing base by whisking together the mayonnaise (or yogurt), pickle juice, and Dijon mustard in a separate small bowl until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Step 3: Combine the salad ingredients by pouring the dressing mixture over the white beans. Add the chopped dill pickles, red onion, and fresh dill to the bowl.
- Step 4: Gently fold all the ingredients together using a rubber spatula until the beans and vegetables are evenly coated in the creamy dill dressing. Avoid over-mixing to keep the beans intact.
- Step 5: Season the salad generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to taste. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour to allow the flavors to fully meld before serving.
Notes
- Keep this salad refrigerated in an airtight container for up to four days; note that the beans will continue to absorb the dressing, often making the flavor even better on day two.
- As this is a cold salad, avoid reheating; if serving after prolonged refrigeration, stir in a splash of extra pickle juice or water just before serving if the dressing has become too thick.
- This creamy salad is excellent served traditionally as a side, but try spreading it generously onto toasted rye bread or serving it atop crisp lettuce cups for a low-carb option.
- After draining your white beans, spread them on paper towels for 15 minutes before mixing; this extra step prevents excess moisture from diluting the creamy dill dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American