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Three Bean Salad

Three Bean Salad is a classic dish that brings together a vibrant mix of flavors and textures, making it a perfect side for any meal or a healthy lunch option on its own.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Healthy
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Canned Beans

  • 1 15-oz can Kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-oz can White beans cannellini beans, navy beans, or great northern beans, drained and rinsed

Fresh Vegetables

  • 2 cups Green beans fresh and blanched or frozen and thawed
  • ½ cup Red onion diced
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley chopped

Dressing

  • ¼ cup Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder

Seasoning

  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the Green Beans - Start by trimming the ends of the fresh green beans. If you’re using fresh beans, bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch them for about 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender. Immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. If you’re using frozen, simply allow them to thaw and drain well.
  • Step 2: Gather Your Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained kidney beans and white beans. Ensure they’re well rinsed to remove excess sodium. Add the diced red onion, blanched green beans, and chopped parsley to the bowl.
  • Step 3: Make the Dressing - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Step 4: Combine the Ingredients - Pour the dressing over the bean mixture in the large bowl. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
  • Step 5: Chill and Serve - For the best flavor, allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pot
  • Ice Water Bowl

Notes

Feel free to switch up the beans based on what you have on hand or prefer. Letting the salad sit overnight makes it even tastier as the flavors deepen.