Description
Fresh Mediterranean Three Bean Salad is a colorful, nutrient-packed dish that combines the crunch of fresh veggies with the heartiness of three types of beans. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a refreshing lunch, this salad bursts with flavor from zesty lemon dressing and fragrant herbs. Experience culinary delight with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain all beans in a colander.
- Dice cherry tomatoes and cucumber; finely slice red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine beans, vegetables, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added richness, consider mixing in feta cheese or olives. - Customize by swapping beans or adding your favorite herbs like basil or cilantro.