Chili Spiced Bean Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Chili Spiced Bean Salad! Packed with protein-rich black beans, kidney beans, and garbanzo beans, this wholesome dish is not only nutrient-dense but bursting with colorful freshness from diced red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, and a generous sprinkle of fresh cilantro. The zesty dressing, made with a blend of lime juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and warming spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, creates a bold and smoky flavor profile with just the right kick. Customize the heat level with optional jalapeño, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the tangy spices meld beautifully into every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy, gluten-free salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish or a hearty plant-based main course. Great for potlucks, meal prep, or a light and healthy lunch!

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
• 1 cup kidney beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
• 1 cup garbanzo beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper (diced)
• 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ground chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, kidney beans, and garbanzo beans.

Step 2

Add the diced red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, ground chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

If desired, stir in the finely chopped jalapeño for added heat.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Taste the salad and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more salt, lime juice, or spices as desired.

Step 7

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, though it can also be enjoyed immediately if desired.

Step 8

Serve as a fresh, zesty side dish or enjoy as a hearty main course on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1307.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1308.9

Total Fat 52.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1443.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.4g	0%
Total Sugars 29.6g
Protein 52.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 389.6mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 3125.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.9%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 49.4%