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Three Bean Salad

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A refreshing and nutritious salad packed with protein from three types of beans, perfect for a light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

Canned Beans

  • 1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • Rinse and drain the kidney beans and chickpeas. Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath.
  • Dice the red bell pepper and onion, and chop the parsley.
  • In a bowl, combine the beans, green beans, bell pepper, onion, and parsley. Toss gently.
  • Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Let sit for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of garlic powder or a splash of vinegar.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $10.00
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beans