High Protein Mixed Beans Salad
Packed with vibrant colors and wholesome goodness, this High Protein Mixed Beans Salad is a nutritional powerhouse that’s as delicious as it is satisfying. A trio of hearty canned chickpeas, black beans, and kidney beans delivers a boost of plant-based protein and fiber, while crunchy bell peppers, crisp cucumber, and juicy cherry tomatoes enhance the dish with refreshing flavors and textures. Tossed in a zesty dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and aromatic cumin, this easy-to-make salad is perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or as a crowd-pleasing side dish. Ready in just 20 minutes and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this protein-packed salad is your go-to recipe for healthy eating. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to bring a splash of brightness to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas
- 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans
- 1 can (15 oz) canned kidney beans
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas, black beans, and kidney beans in a colander under cold water. Set aside to drain completely.
Chop the red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and cucumber into small bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the red onion.
Slice the cherry tomatoes into halves.
Chop the parsley finely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained beans, chopped bell peppers, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, black pepper, and cumin to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
Gently toss all ingredients together to ensure they are evenly coated with the dressing.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a main dish or side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.1 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4963 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.2 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 95.5 g | 341% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.8 g | ||
| Protein | 95.5 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 648 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 33.9 mg | 188% | |
| Potassium | 5987 mg | 127% | |
*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.
