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Rainbow Bean Salad

Colorful Rainbow Bean Salad Bursting with Flavor and Joy

A vibrant and nutritious Rainbow Bean Salad packed with protein and fiber, perfect for side dishes or light lunches.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 1 can Kidney Beans rinsed well
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed well
  • 1 can Pinto Beans rinsed well
  • 1 can Great Northern Beans rinsed well
  • 1 can Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) rinsed well
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Yellow Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Orange Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 small Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup Parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin or smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine rinsed kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, great northern beans, and garbanzo beans.
  2. Fold in the diced red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and orange bell pepper.
  3. Add the finely chopped red onion; soak in cold water for 10 minutes if a milder flavor is preferred.
  4. Stir in the freshly chopped cilantro and parsley.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, Dijon mustard, and honey.
  6. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste; mix until well combined.
  7. Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and gently toss together.
  8. Transfer the salad to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Before serving, taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Drain beans thoroughly to prevent a soggy salad. Customize ingredients as desired.

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