Best 2 Fresh Three Bean Salad Recipes
Fresh three bean salad is a vibrant, flavorful, and healthy salad that is perfect for summer gatherings or as a side dish for any meal. It is made with a variety of beans, such as green beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas, as well as fresh vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. The salad is typically dressed with a light vinaigrette or a Greek yogurt-based dressing, and can be served warm or cold. With so many variations, there is a fresh three bean salad recipe out there for everyone.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
FRESH THREE-BEAN SALAD
A classic 3-bean salad using fresh green and wax beans. I use Westbreae Organic Salad Beans instead of just kidney beans for the canned beans. It is a mix of kidney, pinto and garbanzo beans. I guess that makes this a 5 bean salad... I suggest eating this on the same day. This is still tasty the next day, but the color of the green beans will change over time. Please note that the cooking time includes the 1 hour of marinating.
Provided by Wu Newt
Categories Onions
Time 1h21m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- If you like less sharp onions, soak onion in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
- Add onions and canned beans to serving bowl.
- Cook green and wax beans in a pan of generously salted water until tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Drain beans and plunge into an ice bath. Drain beans and pat dry. Add cooked beans to serving bowl with onion and canned beans.
- Heat vinegar, sugar, oil and salt to a boil in a small saucepan until sugar is dissolved. Pour over beans and onions. Let marinate for 1 hour at room temperature, tossing occasionally.
- Add parsley and season to taste just before serving.
GARDEN FRESH THREE BEAN SALAD
This a German recipe that I adapted from Schoener Essen magazine, directly from the German. This three bean salad is served slightly warm and calls for fresh from the garden beans rather than canned. It is a nice change of pace if you enjoy 3-bean salads and want to try something new. Simply click on the "convert recipe to US" to swtich from metric to US measurements. Enjoy!
Provided by HeatherFeather
Categories Beans
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Boil green and yellow beans together in salted water for about 10-12 miutes.
- Add the lima beans and cook another 2 minutes.
- Drain and set in a serving bowl.
- Whisk together salt, pepper, a pinch of sugar, olive oil, onions,garlic, lemon juice, and parsley.
- Combine dressing and beans and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Season again with salt& pepper if needed and serve.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will ensure that your salad is flavorful and nutritious.
- Use a variety of beans: This will add color, texture, and flavor to your salad. Some good options include green beans, kidney beans, black beans, and chickpeas.
- Cook the beans properly: If you're using dried beans, be sure to soak them overnight before cooking. This will help them to cook evenly.
- Don't overcook the vegetables: You want them to be tender-crisp, not mushy.
- Use a light dressing: A simple vinaigrette or salsa dressing is a good option. You don't want to overpower the flavors of the beans and vegetables.
- Add some fresh herbs: This will brighten up the flavor of the salad. Some good options include cilantro, parsley, or basil.
- Serve the salad immediately: This is when it's at its best.
Conclusion:
Three-bean salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion. With a variety of beans, vegetables, and herbs, this salad is packed with flavor and nutrients. It's also a great way to use up leftover beans. 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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