Meia-desfeita with a Twist

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400g) cooked white beans 2 cups (400g) cooked white beans
• 1 red bell pepper, roasted and sliced 1 red bell pepper, roasted and sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, roasted and sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, roasted and sliced
• 1 zucchini, roasted and diced 1 zucchini, roasted and diced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 1.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 32g, 5g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 8g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. 2.
   Place the red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. 3.
   Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
4. 4.
   In a large bowl, combine the cooked white beans, roasted vegetables, cherry tomatoes, and chopped parsley.
5. 5.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
6. 6.
   Pour the vinaigrette over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss gently to combine.
7. 7.
   Adjust the seasoning if needed.
8. 8.
   Serve the Meia-desfeita with a Twist chilled or at room temperature.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Roasted vegetables — Make sure to cut the vegetables into similar-sized pieces to ensure even roasting. You can also experiment with different vegetables such as eggplant or mushrooms for added variety.

Tips & Tricks

• For added flavor, you can sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese or toasted pine nuts on top of the salad before serving.
• This salad tastes even better when prepared in advance, as the flavors have time to meld together. Simply refrigerate it for a few hours before serving.
• Feel free to customize the salad by adding other vegetables or herbs of your choice.

Serving advice

Serve the Meia-desfeita with a Twist as a refreshing main course salad or as a side dish alongside grilled meats or seafood. It pairs well with crusty bread or as a filling for wraps and sandwiches.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange the salad on a large platter and garnish with additional fresh parsley leaves. The vibrant colors of the roasted vegetables will make the dish visually appealing.