Cold 3 Bean Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with plant-based protein, this Cold 3 Bean Salad is the ultimate easy-to-make side dish for warm-weather meals and beyond. Featuring a vibrant medley of tender green beans, hearty kidney beans, and creamy chickpeas, this salad is elevated with the zesty kick of red onion and freshly chopped parsley. Tossed in a tangy-sweet vinaigrette made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, each bite bursts with bold, balanced flavors. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners, this no-fuss recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep and minimal cooking. Serve it chilled for a crisp, satisfying dish that’s healthy, gluten-free, and loaded with nutrients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Green beans
- 400 grams Canned kidney beans
- 400 grams Canned chickpeas
- 1 Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-2 inches long.
Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
Rinse and drain the canned kidney beans and chickpeas thoroughly. Add them to a large mixing bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and roughly chop the fresh parsley. Add both to the mixing bowl with the beans.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Pour the vinaigrette over the bean mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, toss the salad once more and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve cold as a refreshing side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.5 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 503 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 440 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.
