Mixed Bean Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Mixed Bean Salad is a quick and nutritious dish perfect for any meal. Packed with hearty kidney beans, protein-rich chickpeas, and earthy black beans, it's a fiber-filled powerhouse that's balanced with the crunch of sweet bell peppers and the zing of red onion. Tossed in a simple yet flavorful vinaigrette made with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a touch of honey, this salad is elevated by the addition of fresh parsley for a herby finish. Ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for meal prep, this versatile, no-cook recipe can be served as a vibrant side dish or a light, satisfying main. It's also naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, making it a crowd-pleasing option for potlucks, picnics, and weeknight dinners!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned kidney beans
- 15 oz canned chickpeas
- 15 oz canned black beans
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned kidney beans, chickpeas, and black beans in a colander under cold running water. Set aside to drain completely.
Dice the red and yellow bell peppers into small cubes, discarding the seeds and membranes.
Finely chop the red onion and fresh parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained kidney beans, chickpeas, black beans, diced bell peppers, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently to mix.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the vinaigrette over the bean mixture. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt or vinegar to suit your taste.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a side dish or a light main meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.7 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 751 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.9 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 735 mg | 16% | |
*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.
