Ingredients

2 cups dried great northern beans1 medium cucumber, chopped1 large onion, finely chopped1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/4 cup minced fresh parsley6 tablespoons olive oil6 tablespoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 to 4 hours or until beans are softened. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid.

In a large bowl, combine the beans, cucumber, onion, olives and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.