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Three Bean Salad

This classic three bean salad is a no-cook 15 minute recipe that gets better the longer the beans sit in the tangy herb vinaigrette. Made with pantry staple canned beans, it is the ultimate quick and budget-friendly side dish or light meal.

4.5
15 min
🍴6 servings
🔥220 cal
🔖Easy
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A tangy and hearty classic three bean salad made entirely from pantry staples and ready in just 15 minutes.

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Nutrition per serving

220Calories
12gProtein
36gCarbs
6gFat
10gFiber

Ingredients

6servings

protein

dressing

produce

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Instructions

1

Drain and Rinse Beans

Open all three cans and drain them thoroughly in a colander. Rinse kidney beans and chickpeas under cold water until water runs clear, then pat gently dry.

2

Make the Vinaigrette

Whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, a teaspoon of sugar or honey, and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper until fully combined.

3

Dice the Onion

Finely dice the red onion into small pieces. For a milder flavor soak the diced onion in cold water for 5 minutes then drain before adding.

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4

Toss and Taste

Combine all three beans and red onion in a large bowl, pour vinaigrette over everything, and toss well. Taste and adjust seasoning then serve immediately or refrigerate.

Substitutions

apple cider vinegarred wine vinegar for a more traditional flavor profile
green beanscannellini beans or black beans for a heartier version

Common mistakes

Not rinsing canned beans which leaves a starchy liquid that dulls the dressing flavor
Skipping the resting time which means the beans have not absorbed enough of the vinaigrette flavor
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