Warm white bean salad
Description
A simple dish to prepare. Soak the beans in cold water overnight, then drain the liquid in the morning. Cover with fresh, clean water and bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer the beans for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain the beans in a colander and let them cool. Do not discard the cooking liquid—keep it aside. Finely chop the green onions and pit the olives. Line the bottom of a salad bowl with lettuce leaves, then arrange the beans, olives, and onions on top. Season the reserved bean broth with salt and pepper. Whisk together lemon juice and olive oil, add fresh herbs and the reserved bean broth, and blend the ingredients for one minute. Pour this dressing over the salad. Serve the salad either warm, with fresh bread, or chilled.