Three Bean Salad

Name: Three Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 17 min
Cuisine: United States
Ingredients: 200 g of green beans; 200 g of kidney beans (cooked); 200 g of white beans (cooked); 1 red bell peppers (diced); 1 green bell peppers (diced); 1 red onion (thinly sliced); 15 g of parsley (chopped); salt; black pepper

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This salad mixes kidney beans, white beans and green beans. 🥗 It's rich in plant protein and keeps well for 3 days.

Total time: 17 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 2 min
Rest: 30 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €0.75

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 9

servings

Estimated cost €3.00

Equipment

Saucepan
Mixing bowl
Cutting board
Knife

Instructions

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Blanch the green beans in boiling water for , then drain them and plunge them into ice water to stop the cooking. Drain them again and set aside.

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In a large bowl, mix the blanched green beans, the cooked kidney and white beans, the diced bell peppers, the red onion, and the parsley.

Let rest in the refrigerator for at least so the flavors can meld.

Before serving, adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve chilled.

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Goes well with

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BLT Sandwich

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For dessert

Veggie Savory Muffins

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To drink

Cranberry Orange Cocktail

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

220kcal

Protein9 g16%
Carbs29 g52%
Fat8 g32%
Fiber9 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an extra touch of freshness, add cherry tomato wedges just before serving. Their acidity perfectly complements the flavors of the salad. 🍅

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

The bell peppers and onion lose texture and crunch after thawing.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 3 to 4 days max in an airtight container in the fridge.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Ideal, the flavors develop. Keep refrigerated.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Cold salad, doesn't need reheating.

Variations

Dress with an olive oil and vinegar vinaigrette.
Add corn or cherry tomatoes.
Replace the parsley with chives or cilantro.

Mistakes to avoid

Overcooking the green beans: blanch them for only 2 minutes in boiling water.
Forgetting the ice water: plunge them into it afterward to stop the cooking.
Serving without resting: leave the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes so the flavors meld.

Frequently asked questions

How do you blanch green beans?

Plunge the green beans into boiling water for 2 minutes, drain them, then put them in ice water to stop the cooking. Drain them again before adding them to the salad.

Which beans should you use in the salad?

The salad brings together 200 g of blanched green beans, 200 g of already cooked kidney beans, and 200 g of already cooked white beans. Drain them before mixing them in the bowl.

How long should the salad rest?

Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can meld. Before serving, adjust the salt and pepper, and serve well chilled.

What vegetables should you add to the bean salad?

This recipe adds diced red and green bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped parsley. These vegetables bring crunch and color to the three types of beans.