3 Bean Salad
Bright and colorful, this 3 Bean Salad is a refreshing dish bursting with flavors. Featuring crisp green beans, creamy garbanzo beans, and hearty kidney beans, all tossed in a zesty dressing, it’s perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or as a healthy snack. This vibrant salad not only looks great on your table but also tantalizes your taste buds with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 4 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh green beans (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 cup canned kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup canned garbanzo beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1/2 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup bell pepper (diced)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the veggies by washing and cutting the green beans into bite-sized pieces.
- Drain and rinse the canned kidney and garbanzo beans under cold water.
- Dice the red onion and bell pepper into small pieces.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all prepared ingredients and pour the dressing over them. Toss gently until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute any beans you prefer or add diced avocado for creaminess. You can also toss in crumbled feta cheese for an extra flavor boost or customize the dressing to suit your taste.