Go Back
+ servings
Bean Salad Recipe

Delicious Bean Salad Recipe That’s Quick and Protein-Packed

This Bean Salad Recipe is a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, protein-rich beans, and zesty lemon garlic dressing, ready in just 10 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Kidney Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed and drained; can substitute with pinto beans
  • 1 can Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) rinsed and drained; can substitute with edamame
  • 2 medium Persian Cucumbers sliced
  • 1 bunch Parsley finely chopped
  • 2 stalks Green Onions finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 large Lemon juiced and zested
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar can substitute with white vinegar
  • 2 cloves Garlic grated
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for High-Protein Kidney Bean Salad
  1. Drain, rinse, and dry your kidney beans, black beans, and garbanzo beans. Place them on a clean kitchen towel for about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Finely chop a handful of parsley and green onions. Slice the cucumbers into thin half-moon shapes and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, apple cider vinegar, grated garlic, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  4. Gently fold the beans, parsley, green onions, and cucumbers into the dressing, mixing well for about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Serve the salad immediately or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors. This salad is perfect for meal prep and can be made ahead of time.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!