Dense Bean Salad
Dense Bean Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings the perfect balance of textures and colors to any table. Loaded with protein-packed beans and fresh veggies, this salad is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile, making it ideal for meal prep or entertaining. Whether you’re hosting a picnic or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this salad will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your beans by draining and rinsing them under cold water.
- Chop the red bell pepper and red onion into small pieces.
- Finely chop the fresh parsley.
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice until emulsified.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the beans, vegetables, parsley, salt, and pepper with the dressing. Toss gently until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding corn or swapping out herbs like cilantro for a different flavor profile. This salad stores well in an airtight container for up to three days; however, avoid reheating as it's best served cold.