Kathleens 3 Bean Salad
Brighten up your table with Kathleen’s 3 Bean Salad, a vibrant, nutrient-packed side dish that’s as delicious as it is easy to make. Featuring a trio of green beans, yellow wax beans, and hearty kidney beans, this salad is complemented by the crunch of finely chopped red onion and celery, as well as a fresh burst of parsley. The tangy apple cider vinegar dressing, lightly sweetened and spiced with Dijon mustard, ties everything together beautifully. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick blanching step to lock in those vivid colors, this chilled salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a refreshing accompaniment to any meal. Enjoy a healthy, flavor-packed dish that’s sure to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Green beans
- 1 cup Yellow wax beans
- 1 cup Canned kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 small Red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 stick Celery (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Trim the ends of the green beans and yellow wax beans. Cut them into 1- to 2-inch pieces.
Step 2
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans and yellow wax beans. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp, then immediately drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again after 2 minutes and set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans, yellow wax beans, kidney beans, red onion, celery, and fresh parsley.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, granulated sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the bean mixture. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Step 6
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and taste for seasoning. Adjust salt and pepper if needed.
Step 8
Serve chilled as a side dish or enjoy it on its own for a light, healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (847.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 674.5 |
| Total Fat 30.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1829.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 84.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.8g | |
| Protein 20.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 280.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1924.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories