Kidney Beans Cabbage Salad

Fresh, vibrant, and packed with plant-based protein, this Kidney Beans Cabbage Salad is the perfect fusion of nutrition and flavor. Combining tender kidney beans with crunchy shredded cabbage, sweet grated carrots, and zesty red onion, this salad is elevated with a tangy citrus dressing infused with cumin, honey (or maple syrup), and olive oil. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick and healthy option for busy weeknights or meal prep. Whether you serve it as a refreshing side dish or a light standalone meal, this gluten-free, vegetarian recipe is as satisfying as it is easy to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Kidney beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 2 cups Green cabbage (shredded)
• 1 medium Carrot (grated)
• 0.5 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked kidney beans, shredded cabbage, grated carrot, chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.

Step 4

Gently toss everything together until the vegetables and beans are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Step 6

Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a light meal or as a side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(739.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	711.6

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1965.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.1g
Protein 26.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 200.3mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 1881.8mg	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: 36.8%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 49.0%