Best 14 Three Bean Macaroni Salad Recipes

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If you're on the hunt for a delectable side dish with classic flavors and a variety of textures, look no further than the three bean macaroni salad. This salad combines the goodness of macaroni, three types of beans, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing to create a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing. Whether you're looking for a potluck contribution, a picnic side, or simply a hearty lunch option, this three bean macaroni salad has got you covered.

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

THREE-BEAN PASTA SALAD



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Easy and summery, this Three-Bean Pasta Salad is a side that's great for your next cookout or picnic.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

Salt and pepper
6 ounces small pasta shells
3/4 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/3 cup red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 can (15.5 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15.5 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
4 scallions (white parts only), thinly sliced
5 stalks celery, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta 3 minutes less than package instructions. Add green beans and cook 3 minutes more. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a medium bowl, combine mustard, vinegar, honey, and oil. Add pasta mixture, pinto beans, chickpeas, scallions, and celery; toss gently. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

MACARONI BEAN SALAD



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Two types of store-bought beans, a convenient can of olives and lots of cheese make this easy pasta salad, shared by Sandra Gordon of Emmett, Idaho, a cinch to assemble at home. With a creamy dressing, it's a festive medley that's sure to earn praise at potlucks. TIP: Try other small pasta noodles, and for a fancier look, serve it on a bed of Bibb lettuce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 can (4-1/2 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 celery ribs, sliced
3/4 cup garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup kidney beans
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup cubed Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup cubed Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain macaroni and rinse in cold water. Add to bean mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 719mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

THREE-BEAN PASTA SALAD



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Here's a great-tasting salad made with three-bean salad and rotini pasta - a delicious side dish.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/4 cups uncooked rotini pasta (4 oz)
1 can (15 oz) three-bean salad, undrained, chilled
4 oz provolone cheese, cut into small cubes (1 cup)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
  • In serving bowl, stir pasta and remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 1, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 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

MEDITERRANEAN THREE-BEAN SALAD



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Make-ahead and mayo-free, this potluck-friendly salad combines raw green beans, which are softened by the vinaigrette, with creamy white and pink beans and wilt-proof parsley.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 small red onion, cut into a 1/4-inch dice (1/2 cup)
3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 can (15.5 ounces) white beans, such as cannellini, drained and rinsed
1 can (15.5 ounces) pink beans, drained and rinsed
10 ounces green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (2 1/4 cups)
2 celery stalks, cut into a 1/4-inch dice (1 1/4 cups)
4 roasted piquillo peppers (from a 12-ounce jar), cut into a 1/4-inch-dice (a scant 1/2 cup)
3/4 cup chopped curly-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Soak onion in cold water 10 minutes; drain. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, oregano, and 2 teaspoons salt. Add white, pink, and green beans, celery, onion, peppers, and parsley, stirring to evenly coat. Season with salt and pepper and serve, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 days (return to room temperature before serving).

THREE BEAN MACARONI SALAD



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A quick, country style salad recipe, from the Best of 1983, Brownstown (Indiana) Newspaper. Recipe editor won't let me list 1 can of 3 bean salad, so it is listed as 1 can 3 bean mix (salad).

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups macaroni (cooked & drained)
1 (16 ounce) can 3 bean mix (salad)
1 cup celery (chopped)
3 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
1/2 cup Miracle Whip (or mayonnaise)
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
black pepper (fresh ground)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl; combine macaroni, 3 bean salad, celery and eggs; blend in slad dressing, relish, salt and pepper.
  • Chill at least 1 hour; if desired you can use 2 of the boiled eggs in the salad and slice the remaining egg and use as garnish.

THREE-BEAN MACARONI SALAD



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Make a Three-Bean Macaroni Salad as colorful as it is tasty. This simple Three-Bean Macaroni Salad features fresh green beans and chopped red onions.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Beans

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed, halved
1 can (15-1/2 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1 can (15-1/2 oz.) great Northern beans, rinsed
1 green pepper, chopped
3/4 cup chopped red onions
1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding green beans to the boiling water for the last 2 min.; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again.
  • Place macaroni mixture in large bowl. Add remaining beans, peppers and onions; mix lightly.
  • Mix remaining ingredients until blended. Add to salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 2.0331 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

WARM THREE-BEAN SALAD



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This classic American picnic salad gets a modern makeover with frozen green beans, white cannellini beans, edamame beans and a grainy mustard vinaigrette. In addition to being delicious, beans are also an excellent source of fiber and protein.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook a 12-ounce bag cut green beans as the label directs. Whisk 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon grainy mustard, 1 minced garlic clove and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a bowl. Cook 1 chopped red onion in olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, 2 minutes. Add one 15-ounce can drained cannellini beans, one 10-ounce bag thawed frozen edamame and the green beans; heat through. Toss with the dressing, sprinkle with parsley.

THREE BEAN SALAD



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

One 15-ounce can chickpeas
One 15-ounce can black beans
One 15-ounce can butter beans
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon zaatar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 1 lemon
3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
4 stalks celery, finely diced
1/2 red onion or 1 shallot, small dice

Steps:

  • Drain and rinse all the beans in a colander. Set aside and allow to fully dry.
  • Grate the garlic on a rasp over a large bowl. Whisk in the honey, Dijon, vinegar, olive oil, zaatar, salt, pepper, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon mint, 1 tablespoon parsley and 1 tablespoon tarragon. Add the celery, diced onion and the beans, then 1 more tablespoon of each herb, and toss to coat. Garnish with the remaining tablespoon of each herb. Serve immediately or store in the fridge until ready to serve, for up to 3 days.

THREE BEAN PASTA



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This is fast and easy. Gets you out of the kitchen quickly on those hot summer days. Goes great with a tall frosty drink.

Provided by Happy Harry 2

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb No Yolks egg noodle substitute, uncooked
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, well rinsed & drained
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, well rinsed & drained
1 cup frozen green beans, thawed
1 small red onion, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded & chopped
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Set a large pot of water to boil while you prepare vegetables.
  • Cook noodles as directed on package.
  • Rinse with cold water & drain.
  • Toss all ingredients together.
  • Chill & serve.

THREE-BEAN PASTA SALAD



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Whip up a delicious and easy-to-tote pasta salad. It'll take less than 30 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
3/4 cup sweet-spicy French dressing
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper sauce, if desired
2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ cannellini beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained, rinsed

Steps:

  • Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
  • In large bowl, stir together seasoning mix, dressing and pepper sauce. Stir in pasta and remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 9 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

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

BALSAMIC THREE-BEAN SALAD



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Here's my little girl's favorite salad. She devours it just about as fast as I can make it. I suggest preparing it ahead of time so the flavors can get to know each other. —Stacey Feather, Jay, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
1/4 cup sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
4 fresh basil leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Fill a Dutch oven three-fourths full with water; bring to a boil. Add green beans; cook, uncovered, 3-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large bowl, whisk vinaigrette, sugar, garlic and salt until sugar is dissolved. Add canned beans and green beans; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours. Stir in basil just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HERBY THREE-BEAN SALAD



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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.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans for a more flavorful salad.
  • For a sweeter salad, add some diced fruit, such as grapes or apples.
  • For a more savory salad, add some chopped hard-boiled eggs or crumbled bacon.
  • If you want a creamy salad, stir in some mayonnaise or yogurt.
  • For a tangy salad, add some vinegar or lemon juice.
  • For a spicy salad, add some chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Three-bean macaroni salad is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. With so many variations to choose from, there's sure to be a three-bean macaroni salad that everyone will love.

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