3 Bean Salad

Name: Three Bean Salad Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 15 oz Cannellini beans (drained and rinsed); 15 oz kidney beans (drained and rinsed); 15 oz garbanzo beans (drained and rinsed); 1 cup red onion (finely diced); 1 Tablespoon minced garlic; 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped); 2 ribs celery (finely diced (heaping ½ cup)); ¼ cup olive oil; 3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 Tablespoons honey; ½ teaspoon sea Salt; ¼ teaspoon Pepper

By Laura

Posted Jun 14, 2024

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This 3 bean salad recipe is a light and flavorful side dish that takes less than 10 minutes to prepare. In this recipe, three types of beans are mixed with herbs and spices and tossed in a delicious homemade dressing!

3 Bean Salad in a bowl garnished with parsley

This three bean salad recipe is a delicious combination of bold and fresh flavors and textures.

Three types of beans are combined with herbs and spices then tossed in a light and slightly sweet dressing. It only takes 10 minutes to make this 3 bean salad, and it’s easy to prepare in advance for a BBQ, potluck etc.

Serve bean as a refreshing side dish with your favorite dinner recipes like hamburgers, grilled BBQ chicken. etc.!

Ingredients & Substitutions

overhead photo of the labeled ingredients in this 3 Bean Salad recipe

Beans. this recipe uses a combination of Cannellini, garbanzo and kidney beans. You can substitute your favorite beans like great northern, or green beans.
Red onion. green, white or yellow onions are good substitutes for red.
Minced garlic. freshly minced or jarred are both good choices.
Olive oil. avocado oil or canola oil are good substitutes.
Honey. granulated sugar can be used in place of honey.

How to Make Bean Salad

Let’s walk through this recipe together, and don’t forget to watch the video.

Begin by making the dressing – whisk the ingredients together in a small bowl.

two photos showing how to make the dressing for this three bean salad recipe

Then, in a large bowl (preferably one with a lid), combine the beans, onion, minced garlic, parsley and celery.

3 Bean Salad ingredients in a bowl before mixing

Next, pour the dressing over the bean mixture

two photos showing adding the dressing to the three bean salad recipe

Stir until the dressing is evenly distributed.

3 Bean Salad after being stirred in a bowl with a spoon

Cover the bean salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving, and up to overnight.

a glass container with a lid with 3 Bean Salad inside to be chilled in the refrigerator

Serve

Transfer the 3 bean salad to a serving bowl and garnish with extra parsley. Serve cold with your favorite main dish and BBQ recipes:

Store

Store leftover three bean salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

up close photo of three bean salad in a bowl with a spoon

Bean Salad Recipe FAQS

How long can you keep three bean salad in the refrigerator?

3 to 5 days.

What to serve with 3 bean salad?

Here are some serving suggestions:
Homemade hamburgers
Chicken Kebabs
Grilled BBQ chicken or Greek Chicken
Coleslaw
Broccoli Salad
Potato Salad

Can I double this recipe?

Yes, you can double or triple this recipe to serve a large crowd.

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