Description
Five Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion, from picnics to potlucks or a simple weeknight dinner. This salad combines five different beans, each packed with protein and fiber, all tossed together in a homemade garlicky mustard dressing that elevates the flavors. The best part? It can be prepared in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy lifestyles. Not only does this salad travel well, but it also stays fresh in the fridge for several days, allowing you to enjoy it multiple times throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh green beans
- 1 can red kidney beans
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1 can black beans
- 1 can Cannellini beans
- Scallions
- Bell pepper
- Cucumber
- Parsley
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Dijon mustard
- Honey
- Garlic
Instructions
- Cook green beans in boiling salted water for 6–7 minutes; then plunge into ice water to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine all beans and chopped vegetables.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper in a jar; shake well.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and mix gently until coated.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with other veggies like corn or avocado. Letting the salad chill allows flavors to meld beautifully.