Best 10 Dressed Three Bean Salad Recipes

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When it comes to summer gatherings, dressed three bean salad is often the star of the show. This classic side dish combines three types of beans, a flavorful dressing, and often other vegetables for a refreshing and delicious treat. Whether you're looking for a simple recipe or something a little more elaborate, there's sure to be a dressed three bean salad recipe out there that will satisfy your taste buds.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

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

PERFECT 3-BEAN SALAD



Perfect 3-Bean Salad image

Three bean salad is versatile, and it's a snap to fix. Take it along to a cookout, potluck, or tailgating party. It's always a hit.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Salad     Side Dish     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15-ounce) can cut green beans
1 (15-ounce) can cut yellow wax beans
11 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans (or white)
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (green or multiple colors)
1/2 red onion (about 1 cup sliced)
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Drain the canned green and yellow beans in a colander ; transfer them to a large serving bowl.
  • Drain the kidney beans in a colander; run cold water over them until it runs clear. Add the kidney beans to the bowl with the green and yellow beans.
  • Remove the stem and seeds from the bell pepper and chop it. Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Add the bell pepper and onion to the beans.
  • In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper; whisk until smooth. Pour the dressing mixture over the vegetables and then toss gently to coat.
  • Toss the salad until the ingredients are thoroughly coated with the dressing. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours.
  • Toss again just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614 kcal, Carbohydrate 104 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 27 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 217 mg, Sugar 12 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 10 to 12 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

DRESSED THREE BEAN SALAD



Dressed Three Bean Salad image

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

Provided by Christine

Categories     Beans

Time P2D

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can cut green beans, drained
1 can cut waxed yellow beans, drained
1 can kidney bean, drained and washed
1/2 bermuda onion, chopped
1/2 large green pepper, chopped
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vinegar
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all beans, onions and green pepper.
  • Heat all dressing ingredients until dissolved and pour over vegetables.
  • Let stand 24 hours.
  • Stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 870, Carbohydrate 56.5, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 41.5, Protein 6

DRESSING FOR THREE BEAN SALAD



Dressing for Three Bean Salad image

Three bean salad basically includes a can each of green beans, wax beans, and kidney beans. Other fresh veggies, like sliced onion, can be added. This is the basic recipe for dressing a three bean salad.

Provided by kayc1218

Categories     Beans

Time 12m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in small saucepan and bring to a boil to dissolve sugar. Allow to cool slightly and pour over beans/veggie mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.5, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 145.9, Carbohydrate 6.3, Sugar 6.3

THREE BEAN SALAD WITH MOZZARELLA



Three bean salad with mozzarella image

This substantial salad features a delicious mix of cannellini, kidney and green beans, and is ideal for a summer picnic

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Lunch

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

320g fine beans, ends trimmed and halved if large
4 carrots (320g), cut into slim batons
2 red onions, halved and sliced
400g can cannellini beans, drained
400g can red kidney beans, drained
320g mixed colour baby tomatoes (ours were red, yellow and orange), halved
15g basil leaves, roughly torn
120g vegetarian mozzarella, cut into cubes
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1-2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
½-1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried English mustard powder
15 pitted Kalamata olives (about 45g), sliced
½ tsp lemon zest and 2 tbsp juice

Steps:

  • Boil or steam the green beans and carrots for 8-10 mins until just tender. Put the sliced onions in a bowl and pour over boiling water until just covered.
  • Meanwhile, make the dressing. Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl.
  • Tip the cooked beans and carrots into the dressing along with the drained onions, canned beans and tomatoes, toss well, then add the basil and toss again. Serve scattered with the mozzarella and a grinding of black pepper, if you like. Will keep chilled for up to three days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 33 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 17 grams fiber, Protein 17 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium

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

THREE-BEAN SALAD FOR 3



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We make this 3 bean salad all summer long! It's a delicious summer side dish for two. - Barbara Wiggins, Lexington, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (8 ounces) cut green beans, drained
1 can (8 ounces) cut wax beans, drained
3/4 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first four ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the sugar, vinegar, oil and pepper; stir into bean mixture. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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

HERBY THREE-BEAN SALAD



Herby Three-Bean Salad image

Ready for picnics and potlucks, this zippy take on a classically American three-bean salad features crunchy green beans, creamy chickpeas and cannellini beans (and is vegan, too). The marinated vegetables (fennel, celery and onions) add texture and a vinegary kick, while a mix of herbs lend complexity and freshness. Feel free to use whatever combination of canned beans you like; kidney beans are classic, black beans velvety, black-eyed peas earthy. You can prepare this salad up to four hours ahead and keep it at room temperature, or you can make it the day before and refrigerate it. Toss well and add more salt and vinegar, if needed, just before serving.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1 1/4 teaspoons salt, plus more as needed
1/4 cup unsweetened rice vinegar, plus more to taste
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to taste
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 cup thinly sliced fennel, celery or a combination
8 ounces green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini or Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
3/4 cup chopped fresh soft herbs, such as parsley, mint, dill, cilantro or a combination
Flaky sea salt, for serving

Steps:

  • In a dry medium saucepan (one large enough to hold the green beans in Step 4), toast coriander seeds over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant, 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl to cool. Once the seeds are cool enough to handle, use a mortar and pestle to crack them, or place them on a cutting board and crack with the flat side of a chef's knife. Set aside.
  • Fill the same saucepan you used for the coriander with salted water and bring to a boil.
  • While waiting for the water to boil, combine 1/4 cup vinegar, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in large mixing bowl. Slowly whisk in olive oil. Add onion along with fennel or celery, or both, and toss. Set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes while preparing the rest of the salad.
  • To the boiling water, add the green beans and blanch for 2 to 3 minutes, until they turn bright green and are crisp-tender. Immediately drain beans in a colander, then run cold tap water over them to stop the cooking. Once cool, pat them dry.
  • Add the blanched green beans, chickpeas, cannellini beans, herbs and toasted coriander seeds to the marinated onions. Season with remaining salt and pepper, and gently toss to evenly combine. Taste and add more salt and vinegar if needed. (Keep in mind that you'll also be adding flaky salt to finish.) Drizzle with olive oil and flaky sea salt, and serve.

QUICK THREE-BEAN SALAD



Quick Three-Bean Salad image

This traditional three-bean salad, submitted by Amy Short of Lesage, West Virginia, bursts with the flavor of savory. Honey gives a pleasant sweetness to the vinaigrette that coats the blend of green beans, kidney beans and lima beans. It's perfect for picnics.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons minced fresh savory or 2 teaspoons dried savory
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, honey, savory and salt until blended. Add the beans, onion and green pepper; stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Beans: Use a variety of beans with different colors, textures, and flavors. Popular choices include kidney beans, black beans, chickpeas, and pinto beans.
  • Cook the Beans Properly: Follow the package instructions or use your preferred method to cook the beans until they are tender but still hold their shape.
  • Use Fresh Vegetables: Crisp and colorful vegetables add crunch, flavor, and nutrients to the salad. Common choices include bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions.
  • Make a Flavorful Dressing: The dressing is key to a delicious three-bean salad. Experiment with different combinations of oil, vinegar, herbs, spices, and sweeteners to find a dressing that suits your taste.
  • Let the Salad Marinate: Allow the salad to marinate in the dressing for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the Salad Chilled: Three-bean salad is best served chilled. It makes a refreshing side dish or light lunch on a hot day.

Conclusion:

Three-bean salad is a versatile and delicious salad that is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, and picnics. With its colorful ingredients, flavorful dressing, and satisfying texture, it is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Experiment with different beans, vegetables, and dressings to create your own unique version of this classic salad.

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