Chili Spiced Bean Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Chili Spiced Bean Salad! Packed with protein-rich black beans, kidney beans, and garbanzo beans, this wholesome dish is not only nutrient-dense but bursting with colorful freshness from diced red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, and a generous sprinkle of fresh cilantro. The zesty dressing, made with a blend of lime juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and warming spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, creates a bold and smoky flavor profile with just the right kick. Customize the heat level with optional jalapeño, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the tangy spices meld beautifully into every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy, gluten-free salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish or a hearty plant-based main course. Great for potlucks, meal prep, or a light and healthy lunch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 1 cup kidney beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 1 cup garbanzo beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper (diced)
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, kidney beans, and garbanzo beans.
Add the diced red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, ground chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
If desired, stir in the finely chopped jalapeño for added heat.
Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more salt, lime juice, or spices as desired.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, though it can also be enjoyed immediately if desired.
Serve as a fresh, zesty side dish or enjoy as a hearty main course on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 52.4 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1443 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.7 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.4 g | 180% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.6 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 3125 mg | 66% | |
*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.
