Red Bean Salad

Bright, fresh, and protein-packed, this Red Bean Salad is a vibrant medley of wholesome ingredients that comes together in just 15 minutes! Featuring tender red kidney beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty red onion, this salad is elevated with a tangy homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar, perfectly balanced with a touch of garlic and earthy cumin. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and herby goodness, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect as a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or a crowd-pleasing offering at potlucks, this no-cook salad is a flavorful, nutrient-packed option for any occasion. Whether served immediately or chilled to let the flavors meld, this easy red bean salad recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned red kidney beans
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 small red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 large garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cumin

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the canned red kidney beans thoroughly in a colander under cold running water.

Step 2

Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. If they are particularly large, you can quarter them.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

Peel and finely dice the red onion.

Step 5

Finely chop the fresh parsley, ensuring that any thick stems are removed.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic clove, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin to create the dressing.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the red kidney beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, making sure everything is evenly coated.

Step 9

Let the salad sit for at least 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or refrigerate it if serving later.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1015.8 grams (1015.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	881

Total Fat 44.80g	57%
Saturated Fat 6.50g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2481mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 99.30g	36%
Dietary Fiber 27.30g	98%
Total Sugars 14.30g
Protein 30.20g	60%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 259mg	20%
Iron 10mg	58%
Potassium 2435mg	52%

*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: 43.8%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 43.1%