Classic Three Bean Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Classic Three Bean Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that's as healthy as it is delicious. Featuring a medley of hearty kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and crisp green beans, this salad is elevated by the crunch of fresh red onion and red bell pepper, along with the herbaceous pop of parsley. A tangy homemade vinaigrette of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and spices ties everything together, creating the perfect harmony of sweet and savory. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this make-ahead dish is ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a refreshing side for weeknight dinners. Serve chilled for a light and satisfying option that’s packed with protein, fiber, and irresistible flavor. Designed to serve six, this easy three bean salad recipe is a must-have for your collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned kidney beans
- 15 oz canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
- 15 oz canned cut green beans
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 medium red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and green beans thoroughly in a colander.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained beans.
Finely chop the red onion and red bell pepper, then add them to the bowl with the beans.
Finely chop the parsley and add it to the mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar and salt dissolve.
Pour the vinaigrette over the bean and vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
Toss everything together gently until the beans and vegetables are well-coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir to redistribute the dressing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 774 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 444 mg | 9% | |
*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.
