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Rainbow Bean Salad

Rainbow Bean Salad: A Colorful, Protein-Packed Delight

This Rainbow Bean Salad is a vibrant, healthful dish packed with protein and flavor, perfect for light lunches or as a nutritious side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 1 cup Kidney Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Pinto Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Great Northern Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) rinsed and drained
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Yellow Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Orange Bell Pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil high-quality
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard optional
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse and drain all five types of beans under cold running water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared beans with diced bell peppers and red onion.
  3. Fold in chopped cilantro and parsley into the bean and vegetable mixture.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, Dijon mustard, and honey until emulsified.
  5. Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This Rainbow Bean Salad is vibrant, nutritious, and bursting with flavors! Enjoy creating your masterpiece!

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