Carrageenan Free Mediterranean Tomato, Olive & White Bean Snack Box
Bright, briny, and deeply satisfying, this Mediterranean-inspired snack box is the kind of no-fuss assembly that somehow feels like a treat every single time. Cannellini or navy beans get tossed with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, and cumin until every bean is coated in a savory, herby dressing that makes them almost impossible to stop eating. Tucked alongside juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp carrot sticks, and plump Kalamata olives, the whole box comes together with zero cooking required beyond a quick toss in a bowl. For anyone navigating carrageenan concerns, this snack is a breath of fresh air — every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, with no processed dairy, no thickeners, and no hidden additives to second-guess. Carrageenan has a way of sneaking into canned beans, flavored olives, and packaged snack components, so building from scratch with simple pantry staples is the smartest move. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley and a final drizzle of olive oil take it from good to genuinely gorgeous. Pack it into small containers for meal prep and you have a clean, craveable snack ready to grab all week long.
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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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