This easy chopped green salad is delicious and satisfying for a quick lunch or healthy dinner. The flavors are reminiscent of deli salad, but with a vegetarian twist using beans and nuts for plant-based protein. 

Ingredients:

• 1 fennel bulb, sliced thin
• 2 cups thinly sliced brussels sprouts
• 1 cup cubed white cheddar
• 1/2 cup halved black olives
• 10 pepperoncini peppers, sliced thin
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 2 cups packed arugula
• 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup Santé Nuts Sweet & Spicy Pecans
• 1/2 cup Santé Nuts Garlic Almonds

Dressing:

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp ground pepper
• juice of 1 lemon (about 2-4 tbsp)
• 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions:

1. Make the dressing by combining all of the ingredients in a bowl and whisk until well combined.
2. Assemble the salad in a large bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss until salad is coated.
3. Top with chopped pecans and almonds.

Recipe by Food by Maria featuring Santé Sweet & Spicy Pecans and Garlic Almonds.