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Ultimate Mixed Bean Salad with Zesty Vinaigrette

Close-up of a vibrant, colorful bean salad featuring kidney beans, chickpeas, red onion, red pepper, and fresh herbs.
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Make this ultimate mixed bean salad for a high protein, healthy side dish perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or quick lunches. It uses simple canned beans and a zesty dressing you can mix in minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine the rinsed and drained black beans, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and cannellini beans in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the chopped red onion, green bell pepper, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the beans.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper until the dressing is well combined. This creates your zesty bean salad dressing.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette over the bean and vegetable mixture.
  5. Gently toss all ingredients until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld, which is key for a great make ahead salad.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed, before serving as a refreshing cold salad or packing for lunch.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, prepare this salad a few hours ahead or the day before you plan to serve it. The chilling time lets the beans absorb the tangy vinaigrette.
  • If you want a Mediterranean Bean Salad variation, add 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese just before serving.
  • To make this a Southwest Bean Salad, substitute the red wine vinegar with lime juice and add 1 teaspoon of chili powder to the dressing.

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