Three Bean Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with wholesome goodness, this Three Bean Salad is the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Featuring a trio of hearty kidney beans, buttery chickpeas, and tender-crisp blanched green beans, this classic recipe comes alive with the crunch of red bell peppers, the zing of red onion, and the fresh herbaceous notes of parsley. The salad is dressed in a vibrant vinaigrette made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of sweetness, making it a refreshing yet satisfying dish. Ready in just 20 minutes and loaded with plant-based protein, this dish is ideal for meal prep, summer picnics, or as a colorful side for your favorite main course. Don’t forget to let it chill to achieve that perfect meld of flavors!
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Ingredients
- 15 oz canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup parsley, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat.
Step 2
Add the green beans to the boiling water and blanch for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
Step 3
Drain the green beans and immediately plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the kidney beans, chickpeas, blanched green beans, diced red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Step 6
Pour the vinaigrette over the bean mixture and toss everything together until well coated.
Step 7
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Before serving, give the salad a good stir, taste, and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1374.1 grams (1374.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1595 |
| Total Fat 72.00g | 92% |
| Saturated Fat 9.80g | 49% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3073mg | 134% |
| Total Carbohydrate 191.50g | 70% |
| Dietary Fiber 52.70g | 188% |
| Total Sugars 42.80g | |
| Protein 56.30g | 113% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 500mg | 38% |
| Iron 24mg | 132% |
| Potassium 3416mg | 73% |
Source of Calories