Best 8 Low Fat Cheap And Delicious Three Bean Salad Recipes

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Trying to eat healthier but find yourself overwhelmed by the costs and long cooking times of many healthy recipes? Look no further than this low-fat, cheap, and delicious three-bean salad! With only a handful of affordable ingredients, most of which you probably already have in your pantry, this refreshing and flavorful salad is sure to satisfy your taste buds without breaking the bank. Packed with protein and fiber, this salad will keep you feeling full and satisfied throughout the day. Let's get started on this incredibly easy recipe!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

THREE-BEAN SALAD



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This low sugar, low-fat version of the traditional three-bean salad is sure to win you over and provide you with all the valuable fiber and nutrients in beans.

Provided by Diane Smith

Categories     Plantricious     Salads / Dressings

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 15-ounce can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
1 15-ounce can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
1 15-ounce can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
1/2 cup red onions (peeled and finely chopped)
2 stalks celery (finely chopped)
1 cup curley leaf parsley (chopped)
1/2 cup red wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
1 Tbl maple syrup
2 cloves garlic (crushed)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the beans, red onions, celery, and parsley
  • In a separate bowl, mix the dressing ingredients with a whisk.
  • Pour dressing over the bean mixture and stir to combine.
  • Serve on top of lettuce greens, as a side dish, or with a cold soup or rice dish.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 150 g, Calories 229 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 12.6 g, Fat 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 86.4 mg, Fiber 9.9 g, Sugar 4.2 g

THREE BEAN SALAD (LOW-FAT)



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The layering of different types of vinegars gives a complex taste in this low-fat, healthy salad. The prep time does not include marinating time, so allow time for that.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 11 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cut green beans
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can wax beans
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup raspberry vinegar
10 packets Splenda sugar substitute (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Rinse beans under cold water and drain in strainer or colander.
  • Mix together drained beans with red onion, bell pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together vinegars and Splenda; adjust sweetening to taste.
  • Pour dressing over salad and mix well.
  • Marinate salad several hours under refrigeration, as flavor develops over time.

LOW FAT, CHEAP, AND DELICIOUS THREE BEAN SALAD



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I found this recipe from someone else but I altered it a little bit more to my liking. It is a very easy recipe that uses mainly items that you have lying around in your pantry already!

Provided by 4thelove-of-f00d

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon oregano, dried
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, well drained (I use low sodium)
1 (15 ounce) can sweet corn, well drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, well drained
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, well drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, well drained
the juice from two lime
chopped cilantro (I like a lot of cilantro for flavor but it is up to you)
pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together the first three ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients & blend all together.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator for at least two hours to get the best flavor.
  • Enjoy!

LOW FAT BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Low Fat Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 celery, finely chopped
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally.
  • Use your choice of beans.
  • Rinse the canned beans real well.
  • Add your choice of vegetables or your own vinaigrette.
  • Enjoy.

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

FAT-FREE BEAN SALAD



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Ruth Beitelspacher of Aberdeen, South Dakota notes, "I recently made this salad to serve at a turkey barbecue. It was just as big a hit as it was for our son's confirmation dinner some 40 years ago." Her trim treatment of the timeless sweet-and-sour beans doesn't cut down on flavor one bit.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) French-style green beans, drained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups chopped sweet onions
1 cup sweet pickle relish
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the green beans, kidney beans, onion, pickle relish and green pepper. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar and sugar; mix well. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

"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

Tips:

  • To save time, use canned beans instead of dried beans. Just be sure to drain and rinse them well before using.
  • Add some chopped vegetables to your salad for extra nutrition and flavor. Some good options include celery, carrots, bell peppers, and onions.
  • Experiment with different dressings to find one that you like. A simple vinaigrette is a good option, but you could also try a creamy dressing or a salsa dressing.
  • Serve your three-bean salad as a side dish or as a main course. It's also a great addition to potlucks and picnics.

Conclusion:

Three-bean salad is a delicious, healthy, and affordable dish that is perfect for any occasion. 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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