This Dense Bean Salad Is Packed with Protein and Flavor!
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A hearty and nutritious bean salad that is rich in protein and flavor, perfect for a healthy meal or side dish.
- Author: Olivia Clara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large bowl, combine the black beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas.
- Add the cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and cilantro to the bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss to combine.
- Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Feel free to add other vegetables or herbs as desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg