BHA & BHT Free Mediterranean Tomato, Olive & White Bean Snack Box
Bright, briny, and genuinely satisfying, this Mediterranean snack box is the kind of no-cook assembly that feels effortless but looks like you put in real effort. Packaged snacks and processed dips are notorious for sneaking in synthetic preservatives, so building your own box from whole, fresh ingredients is the cleanest way to keep things simple and additive-free. Cannellini beans get tossed with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, and cumin until every bean is coated in a savory, citrus-forward dressing that doubles as a light dip for the carrot sticks. Kalamata olives bring that deep, salty punch that makes the whole box feel unmistakably Mediterranean, while the cherry tomatoes add a pop of sweetness and color. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley ties everything together with a herby finish that feels bright and intentional. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a colander, a mixing bowl, and a knife — no heat, no fuss, no preservatives hiding in the fine print.
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2 servings
For the white beans
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans (cannellini or navy), drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
For the box
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into sticks or coins
- ½ cup kalamata olives, pitted
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1–2 tsp extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Drain and rinse the white beans in a colander under cold water until the water runs clear, then shake off the excess moisture.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the white beans, 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the beans are evenly coated.
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