Three-Bean Salad with Vinaigrette (Printable)

A vibrant medley of green beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas in a tangy vinaigrette. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and ideal for gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ Beans

01 - 1 cup canned green beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 cup canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
03 - 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Vegetables & Herbs

04 - 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
05 - 1/2 cup celery, thinly sliced
06 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ Vinaigrette

07 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
09 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine green beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, red onion, celery, and parsley.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until sugar dissolves completely.
03 - Pour vinaigrette over bean mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to develop and meld together.
05 - Toss salad again before serving, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It gets better with time, making it the ultimate make-ahead dish for busy days
  • The vinaigrette doubles as a marinade, infusing every bean with incredible flavor
  • No cooking required—just open cans, chop, and toss
02 -
  • The salad needs at least an hour in the refrigerator—the beans need time to really drink in that dressing
  • Taste it again before serving, as the flavors evolve and might need a quick adjustment
03 -
  • Rinse your beans really well to remove any canned taste
  • Cut your onion and celery uniformly so every bite has the same texture
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