Dense Bean Salad
Dense Bean Salad is a colorful and nutritious dish that combines hearty beans with fresh vegetables, creating a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. Perfect for summer picnics or casual dinners, this salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare. Enjoy it as a satisfying side or a filling main dish, and let the vibrant colors and tastes brighten your meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- ½ medium red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Beans: Rinse the canned beans under cold water until clear to eliminate excess sodium.
- 2. Chop Your Veggies: Halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, chop red onion, and parsley.
- 3. Mix It All Together: In a large bowl, combine beans, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and parsley. Toss gently.
- 4. Whip Up the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk olive oil with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 5. Dress Your Salad: Pour dressing over the salad mix and toss until everything is coated evenly.
- 6. Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap beans based on availability or add diced avocado for creaminess. For added flavor diversity, sprinkle feta cheese or nuts on top before serving.