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Vibrant Bean Salad

A colorful and nutritious salad featuring a blend of kidney beans, black beans, chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing, perfect for lunch or a side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Beans and Vegetables
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, roasted and minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the kidney beans, black beans, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley. Give them a gentle stir to incorporate.
  2. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, roasted garlic, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
  3. Pour the dressing over the bean and veggie mixture, then toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  4. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors come together.
  5. Serve chilled and enjoy as a nutritious lunch or a vibrant side dish!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgFiber: 9gSugar: 3g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for about 3 to 4 days. Don't add the dressing until ready to eat to maintain freshness.

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