Best 10 Easy Three Bean Salad Recipes

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Start with the right beans: When it comes to making easy three bean salad, the type of beans you use is important. Choose beans that are firm, colorful, and have a good flavor. Some popular choices include kidney beans, black beans, and chickpeas. You can also add other beans such as lentils, cannellini beans, or pinto beans for a more varied texture and flavor.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

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.

THREE BEAN SALAD



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Who doesn't love an easy three bean salad, perfect for summer picnics and potlucks?! This classic American picnic salad has cannellini beans, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, celery, red onion, parsley, and a sweet and sour dressing.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Salad     Side Dish     Make-ahead     Quick and Easy     Bean     Bean Salad     Black Beans     Picnic Salad     Salad

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

For the salad:
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 red onion, finely chopped (about 3/4 cup), soaked in water to take the edge off the onion
2 celery stalks, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1 cup loosely packed, fresh, finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon fresh finely chopped rosemary
For the dressing:
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup granulated sugar (more or less to taste)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the dressing to the beans. Toss to coat.
  • Chill and serve: Transfer the salad to the refrigerator for several hours, to allow the beans to soak up the flavor of the dressing. Let come to close to room temperature to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 845 mg, Sugar 11 g, Fat 7 g, ServingSize Serves 4 to 8, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

THREE BEAN SALAD



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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 JJOHN32

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

FAST AND EASY 3 BEAN SALAD



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This colorful salad gets its flavor from the Italian dressing. If you can open a can, you can make this quick side dish. Takes an hour or so to chill.

Provided by Always in the kitch

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can French style green bean, drained
1 can yellow beans, drained
1 can dark red kidney beans, drained
8 ounces bottled Italian dressing
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • Chill one or more hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.4, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 709.1, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 5.8, Protein 0.8

"COULDN'T BE EASIER" THREE-BEAN SALAD



Perfect recipe for those who enjoy eating delicious food more than preparing it! Letting the frozen vegetables thaw instead of cooking them cuts down on the prep time and helps keep them crisp. Feel free to mix and match with different types of beans; I've also used garbanzo beans, white beans, black-eyed peas, and kidney beans in this recipe.

Provided by MISSJACKIE

Categories     Salad     Beans     Three Bean Salad Recipes

Time P1DT10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup frozen cut green beans
1 cup frozen lima beans
1 cup drained and rinsed canned red beans
½ cup frozen red bell pepper strips
½ cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons canola oil
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine green beans, lima beans, red beans, red bell pepper, and onion in a large bowl with a tight-fitting lid.
  • Mix together canola oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Pour mixture over bean mixture. Seal lid and shake bowl until evenly coated. Refrigerate for 24 hours or until all ingredients are completely thawed. Shake well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 161.4 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

EASY 3-BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Easy 3-bean salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lisa M.

Categories     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can wax bean
1 can green beans
1 can kidney bean
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 medium onion, sliced
1 dash celery seed

Steps:

  • Drain beans.
  • mix all ingredients together.
  • chill overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.5, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 436.8, Carbohydrate 24.7, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 14.7, Protein 3.6

THREE BEAN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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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

OLD-FASHIONED THREE BEAN SALAD



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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

NO-SUGAR THREE BEAN SALAD



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This recipe was given to me by a vegan friend I had in college. It is the best bean salad I have ever tasted, and I love it because you can experiment with the ingredients and still have a mouth-watering side dish. I hope you like it!

Provided by QUIRKYIQ

Categories     Salad     Beans     Three Bean Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained and rinsed
4 green onions, chopped
1 stalk celery, sliced
½ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon ground dry mustard
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, gently mix the garbanzo beans, kidney beans, green beans, green onions, and celery. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oil, honey, mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Pour dressing over the salad, and toss gently to coat. Cover, refrigerate at least 2 hours, and gently toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 309.7 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SUPER EASY AND QUICK THREE BEAN SALAD



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This is the easiest, quickest, tastiest 3 Bean Salad that I've ever made. I take it to many potlucks and family dinners and everyone seems to love it (I never have any left in the bowl when I get ready to leave) Cook time is refrigeration time BEFORE serving.

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     Beans

Time 3h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
1 (16 ounce) can cannellini beans
1 (16 ounce) can black beans
1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup Italian dressing (I use Newman's)
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Drain and rinse beans.
  • Place beans in a large bowl and add the remaining ingredients.
  • Toss, cover and refrigerate for 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.8, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 491.1, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 4.5, Protein 14.3

Tips:

  • Use canned beans for convenience, but feel free to use dried beans if you have the time to soak and cook them.
  • Choose a variety of beans for different textures and flavors. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, and chickpeas.
  • Rinse the beans well before using to remove any excess starch or salt.
  • Add chopped vegetables for extra crunch and nutrition. Some good options include celery, carrots, onion, and bell pepper.
  • Use a light vinaigrette dressing to keep the salad light and refreshing. A simple combination of olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper is all you need.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Three-bean salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or snack. It's a great way to get your daily dose of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Plus, it's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give three-bean salad a try!

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