Dense Bean Salad
Dense Bean Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed dish that combines colorful vegetables and hearty beans, all drizzled with a zesty lime dressing. This quick and easy salad is perfect for BBQs, picnics, or as a light meal. Its bold flavors and satisfying crunch make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion, ensuring everyone comes back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup kidney beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced; mix of red, yellow, and green)
- 1/2 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse all canned beans under cold water and drain well.
- Dice the bell peppers and red onion into small pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the beans, bell peppers, red onion, tomatoes, and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey or agave syrup, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until well coated. Allow it to sit for about ten minutes for flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Feel free to swap out beans based on your preference or what you have on hand. - Add diced avocado or feta cheese for extra creaminess. - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; add dressing right before serving.