Cold 3 Bean Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with plant-based protein, this Cold 3 Bean Salad is the ultimate easy-to-make side dish for warm-weather meals and beyond. Featuring a vibrant medley of tender green beans, hearty kidney beans, and creamy chickpeas, this salad is elevated with the zesty kick of red onion and freshly chopped parsley. Tossed in a tangy-sweet vinaigrette made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, each bite bursts with bold, balanced flavors. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners, this no-fuss recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep and minimal cooking. Serve it chilled for a crisp, satisfying dish that’s healthy, gluten-free, and loaded with nutrients.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 250 grams Green beans
• 400 grams Canned kidney beans
• 400 grams Canned chickpeas
• 1 Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-2 inches long.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.

Step 3

Rinse and drain the canned kidney beans and chickpeas thoroughly. Add them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Finely dice the red onion and roughly chop the fresh parsley. Add both to the mixing bowl with the beans.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.

Step 6

Pour the vinaigrette over the bean mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Before serving, toss the salad once more and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve cold as a refreshing side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(905.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	913.5

Total Fat 49.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2791.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 31.1g
Protein 23.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 283.8mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 1544.3mg	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: 47.9%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 42.0%