Description
Discover the vibrant flavors and nutritional benefits of our Dense Bean Salad. Packed with proteins, fiber, and essential vitamins, this colorful salad is perfect for a healthy meal or side dish. Easy to prepare, it’s perfect for both beginners and experienced cooks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain kidney beans and chickpeas thoroughly.
- Chop red onion and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine beans, chopped vegetables, corn, and cherry tomatoes. Toss gently.
- Drizzle with olive oil and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Toss again and garnish with cilantro.
Notes
- Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
- The flavors meld together over time, improving taste!
- This salad can be customized with additional vegetables like cucumbers or carrots.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg