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Dense Bean Salad Recipe with Fresh Vegetables and a Light Vinaigrette Dressing

Dense Bean Salad Recipe: A Healthy, Flavorful, and Simple Dish for Every Occasion

Lina Vexley
A dense bean salad recipe packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats. It's perfect for lunch or dinner, full of fresh veggies and tangy dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Main Dish, Salad
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish`

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the beans and vegetables and toss well to combine.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately, or refrigerate for later use.

Notes

"For added protein, you can top the salad with grilled chicken or roasted tofu. You can also experiment with different vegetables and dressings based on your preferences."

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalProtein: 12gFat: 15gSodium: 400mgFiber: 10g
Keyword bean salad with dressing, Dense bean salad recipe, healthy bean salad, protein-packed salad, quick bean salad
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