Low Sugar Three Bean Salad
Bright, refreshing, and perfectly balanced, this Low Sugar Three Bean Salad is a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Packed with protein-rich kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and tender-crisp green beans, this vibrant dish is tossed with a zesty dressing made from apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and just a hint of honey for natural sweetness. Fresh parsley, red onion, and a touch of Dijon mustard enhance the salad with bold, aromatic flavors. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this easy make-ahead recipe is ideal as a nutritious side dish for picnics, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. Serve chilled or at room temperature for a simple, low-sugar delight that tastes as good as it looks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Green beans
- 1 cup Kidney beans (canned)
- 1 cup Garbanzo beans (canned)
- 0.5 cup Red onion
- 0.25 cup Parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
Rinse and drain the canned kidney beans and garbanzo beans. Add them to a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and fresh parsley. Add them to the mixing bowl with the beans.
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the beans and vegetables, and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes for the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
989 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.9 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2486 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.5 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.5 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.1 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 409 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 2336 mg | 50% | |
*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.
