Description
A vibrant and nutritious salad featuring a variety of beans and fresh vegetables, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 orange bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, start by adding the drained beans. Make sure to rinse them thoroughly under cold water to remove any excess sodium and to refresh their flavor.
- Next, chop your fresh vegetables. Finely dice the red, yellow, and orange bell peppers and add them to the bowl alongside the red onion.
- Now, it’s time to brighten the dish with fresh herbs. Chop the cilantro and parsley, then fold them into the bean and vegetable mixture.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lime juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture. Using a spatula or large spoon, gently toss everything together until the salad is well-coated.
- Once the salad is chilled and the flavors have developed, give it another gentle toss before serving.
Notes
Let the salad sit after mixing; this improves flavor as ingredients meld. Make the dressing in advance and keep it separate until ready to serve for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Protein: 12 g