Tuscan Bean Salad

Bean Salad you ask – yes, Tuscan Bean salad at that. Artichokes, Alfonso Olives, Kalamata Olives, fresh garlic, white beans, colorful sweet peppers, feta cheese, olive oil, fresh lemons, fresh herbs, cage free chicken; all the accoutrement needed for the task of making this lovely, colorful, healthy dish. The ingredients remind me of the assorted foods found at plaza markets in Tuscan towns. Unbelievably simple and quick to prepare, this dish can be the star of the meal or a lovely accompaniment to heavier dishes; such as veal chops. Paired with your favorite white wine or sparkling beverage, it’s a sure bet for summer. A note on the Alfonso Olives, if you have not had them, you must! They are marinated in Red Wine and Red Wine Vinegar. Their applications are endless – think sauces, etc.