Three Bean and Artichoke Salad

Bright, zesty, and bursting with vibrant textures, this Three Bean and Artichoke Salad is a quick and easy recipe that’s packed with plant-based protein and bold Mediterranean flavors. Featuring a delightful medley of chickpeas, kidney beans, green beans, and marinated artichoke hearts, this salad gets a refreshing crunch from diced red bell pepper and red onion, while fresh parsley adds a touch of herbaceous brightness. The homemade vinaigrette, made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey or maple syrup, ties everything together with just the right balance of tangy and sweet. Perfect as a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or a crowd-pleasing potluck option, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature. Fully vegetarian, naturally gluten-free, and brimming with nutrients, this easy salad will quickly become a staple in your recipe repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 1 cup canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup canned green beans, drained
• 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, kidney beans, green beans, artichoke hearts, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped parsley. Toss gently to mix.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gently toss everything together to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar to suit your preferences.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, toss the salad lightly again and serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1241.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1273.0

Total Fat 61.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3485.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.1g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 43.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 414.2mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 2594.2mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 45.0%