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Dense Bean Salad

Dense Bean Salad: 7 Reasons You’ll Love This Healthy Dish


  • Author: georgina
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A hearty salad packed with beans and vegetables.


Ingredients

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  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine black beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, and corn.
  2. Add red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • This salad can be served cold or at room temperature.
  • It holds well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like avocado or cucumber.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Dense Bean Salad, Healthy Salad, Bean Salad Recipe