Three Bean Medley

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Three Bean Medley is the perfect addition to your table, whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or prepping a quick weekday lunch. Featuring a nutritious trio of green beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas, this vibrant salad is paired with crunchy red bell pepper, crisp red onion, and a zesty, homemade dressing of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. The green beans are blanched to tender-crisp perfection, locking in their vibrant color and texture, while the medley is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of herbal freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes and served chilled or at room temperature, this protein-packed side dish is as versatile as it is easy to make. Perfect for vegetarians and lovers of wholesome, healthy recipes alike, this Three Bean Medley will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup green beans
• 1 cup canned kidney beans
• 1 cup canned chickpeas
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, then set them aside.

Step 3

Rinse and drain the canned kidney beans and chickpeas. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 4

Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces and finely chop the red onion. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, red bell pepper, and red onion. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss until evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the medley and gently toss again to combine.

Step 8

Allow the Three Bean Medley to sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	912.2 grams (912.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1054

Total Fat 48.60g	62%
Saturated Fat 7.40g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2755mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 125.20g	46%
Dietary Fiber 32.10g	115%
Total Sugars 35.80g
Protein 33.10g	66%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261mg	20%
Iron 13mg	69%
Potassium 2104mg	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: 40.9%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 46.8%