Brighten up your next gathering with this irresistible Dr Pepper Three Bean Salad, a bold twist on the classic bean salad recipe. Infused with the unique sweetness of Dr Pepper, this dish combines tender green beans, hearty kidney beans, and nutty garbanzo beans with a medley of crisp red onion, colorful bell peppers, and fresh parsley. The standout dressing, made with Dr Pepper, apple cider vinegar, honey, and a hint of Dijon mustard, delivers an unforgettable balance of tangy and sweet flavors. Quick and easy to prepare, this salad takes just 15 minutes of prep time and is perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a side dish for any meal. Serve it chilled to let the vibrant flavors shineβguaranteed to be a hit!
Trim and cut the green beans into bite-sized pieces, about 1 inch long.
Bring a small pot of water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 2 minutes. Immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained kidney beans, garbanzo beans, blanched green beans, diced red onion, diced bell pepper, and chopped parsley.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Dr Pepper, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
Pour the Dr Pepper dressing over the bean mixture and toss thoroughly to evenly coat.
Cover the salad with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss to redistribute the dressing. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Calories |
1152 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 36.8 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2191 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.8 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.0 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1989 mg | 42% | |
*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.