This delicious three bean salad is a quick and easy potluck salad or a side dish that takes 10 minutes to make. Tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing, it's the perfect accompaniment to so many mains.
In a large mixing bowl, mix the 3 different types of beans, red onion, the cucumber, and parsley.
Make the dressing:
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the dressing to the beans, and toss the salad to coat everything.
Chill and Serve:
Transfer the salad to the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the beans to soak up the flavor of the dressing. Serve.
NOTES
Drain and rinse the beans well to remove the salty and metallic flavors.
Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors develop.
The dressing can be made up to 5 days ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
I use honey instead of sugar to create that sweet-tangy flavor that is also healthier. It's a great alternative if you are looking for a no-sugar 3 bean salad.
NUTRITION
Nutrition Facts
Three Bean Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 229Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 728mg30%
Potassium 541mg15%
Carbohydrates 31g10%
Fiber 8g32%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 10g20%
Vitamin A 659IU13%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
Calcium 89mg9%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword bean salad dressing, easy bean salad, three bean salad