Garden Bean Salad

Bright, colorful, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Garden Bean Salad is the ultimate creation for summer gatherings or healthy meal prep. Featuring a medley of tender green beans, vibrant yellow wax beans, hearty kidney beans, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. A zesty homemade vinaigrette, crafted with extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and a touch of honey, perfectly complements the crisp vegetables, while thinly sliced red onion and fresh parsley add an aromatic finish. With just 15 minutes of prep and minimal cooking, this chilled bean salad is an easy, make-ahead side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled mains or serves as a light vegetarian lunch. For anyone seeking a healthy, gluten-free recipe that doesn't skimp on flavor, this vibrant salad is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Green beans
• 200 grams Yellow wax beans
• 200 grams Kidney beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 150 grams Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and yellow wax beans, and blanch them for 3 minutes. Drain immediately and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain again and pat dry before adding to the salad.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans, yellow wax beans, kidney beans, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.

Step 4

Pour the vinaigrette over the bean and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 6

Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or a light lunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	951.7 grams (951.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	764

Total Fat 42.50g	54%
Saturated Fat 5.90g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1832mg	80%
Total Carbohydrate 85.50g	31%
Dietary Fiber 26.50g	95%
Total Sugars 29.10g
Protein 22.60g	45%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261mg	20%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 2111mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 42.0%