Best 7 3 Bean Salad The 1960s Original Recipes

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In the 1960s, a classic side dish known as "Three Bean Salad" emerged as a popular and enduring culinary delight. This vibrant and flavorful salad, often associated with picnics, potlucks, and summer gatherings, has stood the test of time and continues to be enjoyed by generations of food enthusiasts. Its simple yet satisfying combination of three beans, a tangy vinaigrette dressing, and crisp vegetables create a refreshing and delicious dish that complements a variety of main courses and occasions.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TRADITIONAL THREE BEAN SALAD



Traditional Three Bean Salad image

This is my mother-in-law Roberta Cormia's recipe.

Provided by ccormia

Categories     Salad     Beans     Three Bean Salad Recipes

Time 8h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) can green beans, drained
1 (16 ounce) can yellow wax beans, drained
1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (4 ounce) jar chopped pimento peppers, drained
½ cup vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix green beans, yellow wax beans, kidney beans, onion, celery, green bell pepper, and pimento peppers in a bowl.
  • Combine vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove saucepan from burner and pour dressing over bean mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until flavors blend, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 733.6 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

OLD-FASHIONED THREE BEAN SALAD



Old-Fashioned Three Bean Salad image

We like a buffet with all the family here. We serve a variety of salads. This is also great for summer picnics and cookouts. Keeps well, and serves a lot of people.

Provided by Eleanor Johnson

Categories     Salad     Beans     Three Bean Salad Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can green beans
1 pound wax beans
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 onion, sliced into thin rings
¾ cup white sugar
⅔ cup distilled white vinegar
⅓ cup vegetable oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Mix together green beans, wax beans, kidney beans, onion, sugar, vinegar, vegetable oil, salt, pepper, and celery seed. Let set in refrigerator for at least 12 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 298.6 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

THREE BEAN SALAD



Three Bean Salad image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
Ice
8 ounces fresh green beans (about 2 cups), washed and cut in half
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
One 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
One 15-ounce can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
1 shallot, minced
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Set up a large bowl of ice water. Add the green beans to the pot and cook until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and plunge the green beans into the ice water to stop the cooking. Drain the green beans.
  • Whisk the vinegar, mustard and honey in a large bowl. Whisk in the oil until emulsified. Add the green beans, cannellinis, kidneys, basil, parsley and shallots to the bowl and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve.

THREE BEAN SALAD FOR THE 90'S



Three Bean Salad for the 90's image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup each cooked small red or pink kidney beans, white beans and chick peas, chilled
1 each red and yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
1/4 cup finely sliced red onion
1 zucchini, ends trimmed, seeded, sliced and steamed, cooled and dried
2 tablespoons each chopped fresh basil, dill, parsley and mint

Steps:

  • In the bottom of a mixing bowl combine the olive oil, vinegar and Dijon mustard and season well with salt and pepper. Add the beans, peppers and red onion. Toss, adjust seasoning and chill until serving time.
  • Right before serving add the zucchini and herbs so they don't discolor.

CLASSIC THREE-BEAN SALAD



Classic Three-Bean Salad image

Make and share this Classic Three-Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup red wine vinegar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon table salt
ground black pepper
8 ounces green beans, cut into 1-inch-long pieces
8 ounces yellow beans, cut into 1-inch-long pieces
1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 medium red onion, chopped medium
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, minced

Steps:

  • Heat vinegar, sugar, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper to taste in small nonreactive saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large nonreactive bowl and cool to room temperature.
  • Bring 3 quarts water to boil in large saucean over high heat. Add 1 tablespoons salt and green and yellow beans; cook until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, fill medium bowl with ice-water. When beans are done, drain and immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking process; let sit until chilled, about 2 minutes. Drain well.
  • Add green and yellow beans, kidney beans, onion, and parsley to vinegar mixture; toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight to let flavors meld. Let stand at room temperatire 30 minutes before serving. (Salad can be covered and refrigerated up to 4 days.).

THREE BEAN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Three Bean Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: red onion, large english cucumber, fresh parsley, chickpeas, kidney bean, cannellini bean, olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, pepper

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ red onion
½ large english cucumber
½ cup fresh parsley
15 oz chickpeas, 1 can, drained and rinsed
15 oz kidney bean, 1 can, drained and rinsed
15 oz cannellini bean, 1 can, drained and rinsed
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Thinly slice the red onion and add to a large bowl.
  • Quarter the cucumber, remove the seeds and dice, then add to the bowl with the red onion.
  • Use a fork to remove the leaves from the parsley, then finely chop and add to the bowl.
  • Add the chickpeas, kidney beans, and cannellini beans to the bowl.
  • In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper, and whisk together.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well until evenly distributed.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 17 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 5 grams

3 BEAN SALAD



3 Bean Salad image

Vinegar and Sugar based 3 Bean Salad....sweet and sour elements....and is my Grandmother's Original Recipe :)

Provided by Soulspeed

Categories     Low Protein

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15 ounce) can green beans
1 (15 ounce) can yellow wax beans
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
3/4 cup sugar
2/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Drain Beans and mix all ingredients in big bowl and best to let sit for at least 6 hours to chill and merry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.7, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 455.6, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 21.7, Protein 4.7

Tips:

  • Use canned beans for convenience. If you're short on time, canned beans are a great option. Just be sure to rinse and drain them well before using.
  • Cook your own beans if you have the time. Cooking your own beans is more time-consuming, but it gives you more control over the flavor and texture of your salad.
  • Choose a variety of beans. Don't limit yourself to just one type of bean. Try using a combination of different beans, such as kidney beans, black beans, and chickpeas.
  • Add other vegetables to your salad. Vegetables such as corn, bell peppers, and celery add flavor, color, and crunch to your salad.
  • Use a flavorful dressing. A good dressing can really make your salad shine. Try using a vinaigrette, a creamy dressing, or a tangy dressing.
  • Garnish your salad with fresh herbs. Fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, and basil, add a pop of color and flavor to your salad.

Conclusion:

Three-bean salad is a classic for a reason. It's easy to make, delicious, and versatile. You can enjoy it as a side dish, a main course, or a snack. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give three-bean salad a try. You won't be disappointed.

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