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Mediterranean-Three-Bean-Salad-Recipe

Mediterranean Three Bean Salad

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This Mediterranean Three Bean Salad is packed with irresistible flavor and simple prep. Made with fresh vegetables and protein-rich beans, it’s an ideal choice for quick dinners or healthy meals at home.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup early harvest extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 15-ounce can kidney beans
  • 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans
  • 1 15-ounce can chickpeas
  • 1 green bell pepper, cored and chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, cored and chopped
  • 1/2 english cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup chopped red onions
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons drained capers
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1015 fresh mint leaves, torn or gently chopped
  • 1015 fresh basil leaves, torn or gently chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large serving bowl, combine garlic, dijon mustard, lemon juice, sugar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well mixed to create the Vinaigrette.
  2. Drain and rinse the canned kidney beans, cannellini beans, and chickpeas. Add them to the bowl with the vinaigrette.
  3. Next, add the chopped green bell pepper, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, capers, parsley, mint, and basil to the beans. Toss everything until it’s well coated with the vinaigrette.
  4. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Toss again before serving.

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Notes

For an added kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vinaigrette.
This salad can be made a day ahead, letting the flavors meld even more overnight.
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or herbs.

  • Author: Thomas
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg