Description
Discover the refreshing taste of Mediterranean Bean Salad, a vibrant dish packed with colorful legumes and crisp vegetables. Tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, this salad is perfect for summer gatherings, meal prep, or a wholesome side dish. With its delightful flavors and nutritious ingredients, it’s both satisfying and healthy—ideal for busy days or casual get-togethers. Enjoy it chilled for a burst of freshness that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can garbanzo beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained
- 1 can cannellini beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained
- 1 can kidney beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1 small cucumber, peeled and diced
- 3/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1.5 lemons
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the garbanzo beans, cannellini beans, kidney beans, red onion, celery, cucumber, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl or mason jar, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 45 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg