Classic Three Bean Salad

Bright, refreshing, and incredibly easy to make, this Classic Three Bean Salad is a timeless side dish perfect for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight meals. Bursting with the wholesome goodness of kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and green beans, this recipe is complemented by the crunch of red onions and bell peppers, all tossed in a tangy-sweet apple cider vinaigrette. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this vibrant salad is as convenient as it is delicious. Fresh parsley adds a touch of herby brightness, while the simple dressing of olive oil, vinegar, sugar, and spices ties everything together beautifully. Serve chilled for a satisfying dish that appeals to vegetarians and omnivores alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned kidney beans
• 15 oz canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
• 15 oz canned cut green beans
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 medium red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and green beans thoroughly in a colander.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained beans.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion and red bell pepper, then add them to the bowl with the beans.

Step 4

Finely chop the parsley and add it to the mixture.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar and salt dissolve.

Step 6

Pour the vinaigrette over the bean and vegetable mixture in the large bowl.

Step 7

Toss everything together gently until the beans and vegetables are well-coated with the dressing.

Step 8

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir to redistribute the dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1555.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1627.2

Total Fat 66.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5302.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.1g	0%
Total Sugars 47.7g
Protein 56.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 447.1mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 3093.7mg	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: 36.7%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 49.5%