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High-Protein Kidney Bean Salad

High-Protein Kidney Bean Salad for Quick, Tasty Meals

A vibrant High-Protein Kidney Bean Salad that's quick, tasty, and nutrient-packed for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Kidney Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Garbanzo Beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 medium Persian Cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Parsley chopped
  • 2 scallions Green Onions chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 cloves Garlic finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste

Equipment

  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spoon or Spatula

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Beans - Drain, rinse, and dry the kidney beans, black beans, and garbanzo beans thoroughly using a colander.
  2. Step 2: Chop the Vegetables - Thinly slice the Persian cucumbers and chop the parsley and green onions, adding them to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Step 3: Make the Vinaigrette - In a separate bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice and zest, apple cider vinegar, and garlic, whisking until emulsified.
  4. Step 4: Combine Ingredients - Add the dried beans to the bowl with the chopped vegetables and pour the dressing over, tossing gently to coat.
  5. Step 5: Serve or Chill - Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 9gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, let the salad sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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