High Protein Classic Three Bean Salad
Packed with plant-based goodness, this High Protein Classic Three Bean Salad is a quick and nutritious twist on a timeless favorite. Featuring a hearty trio of kidney beans, chickpeas, and black beans, this recipe delivers a protein punch while staying vibrant and fresh with crisp red bell pepper, red onion, and a sprinkle of parsley. The tangy-sweet dressing, made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard, perfectly complements the earthy beans and fresh veggies. With just 15 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this salad is an easy, make-ahead option for busy weeknights, meal prep, or potlucks. Gluten-free, high in fiber, and loaded with bold flavors, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that’s as healthy as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can canned kidney beans
- 1 15 oz can canned chickpeas
- 1 15 oz can canned black beans
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup flat-leaf parsley
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and drain the kidney beans, chickpeas, and black beans thoroughly in a colander to remove excess sodium.
Chop the half red onion and red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces.
Finely chop the parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained beans, chopped onion, bell pepper, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated.
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, refrigerate for an hour before serving.
Toss the salad again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.9 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5078 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.9 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 90.9 g | 325% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.1 g | ||
| Protein | 91.1 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 677 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 33.6 mg | 187% | |
| Potassium | 5097 mg | 108% | |
*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.
