Two Bean and Artichoke Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Two Bean and Artichoke Salad—a quick and easy recipe that’s bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors! Featuring hearty chickpeas and kidney beans, tender marinated artichoke hearts, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crispy red bell pepper, this salad is as visually appealing as it is flavorful. Tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard, it’s perfectly balanced with a tangy finish. This no-cook dish is ready in just 15 minutes, making it a wholesome, protein-rich option for lunch, dinner, or a healthy side. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing addition to any meal. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone looking for a satisfying yet light salad packed with wholesome ingredients!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 1 cup canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 medium red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, kidney beans, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pour the vinaigrette over the bean and vegetable mixture.

Step 4

Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 5

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, or refrigerate for longer if desired.

Step 6

Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1206.4 grams (1206.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1244

Total Fat 61.60g	79%
Saturated Fat 8.10g	41%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2951mg	128%
Total Carbohydrate 144.20g	52%
Dietary Fiber 45.90g	164%
Total Sugars 27.00g
Protein 44.40g	89%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 474mg	36%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 3150mg	67%

*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: 42.4%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 44.1%