Best 6 Three Bean Salad With Feta Cheese Recipes

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Three bean salad with feta cheese is a classic summer dish that's perfect for picnics, potlucks, and barbecues. It is made with three different kinds of beans, canned or cooked, a vinaigrette dressing, and crumbled feta cheese. It's typically served cold over a bed of lettuce, but can also be eaten as a main course or side dish. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, and is a great way to get your daily dose of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.

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

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 WITH FETA CHEESE



Three Bean Salad with Feta Cheese image

I had been looking for a bean salad recipe but couldn't find one that really stood out to me. I decided to make one myself. It turned out so well, all of my friends ask for the recipe!

Provided by MICAHGIBSON

Categories     Salad     Beans     Three Bean Salad Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup grated red onion
½ teaspoon Greek seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1 dash Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Mix black beans, kidney beans, great northern beans, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, feta cheese, red onion, Greek seasoning, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl; pour over bean mixture. Toss to coat. Refrigerate for about 2 hours for best flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 627 mg, Sugar 3 g

NOT YOUR GRANDMA'S THREE BEAN SALAD



Not Your Grandma's Three Bean Salad image

This isn't even remotely like the usual sweet and sour salad... this one has feta cheese, tomatoes and yes, three types of beans, in a light lemon juice vinaigrette. It's from one of those "bargain bin cookbooks" at a big chain bookstore and it makes a great vegetarian main-dish type salad.

Provided by EdsGirlAngie

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon malt vinegar
1 tablespoon chives, chopped
6 ounces green beans, lightly cooked
1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
4 green onions, chopped
4 1/2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
salt and black pepper
chives (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, tomato paste, malt vinegar and chopped chives. Set aside.
  • Combine the three kinds of beans with the dressing.
  • Add the tomatoes, green onions and feta cheese to the mixture, tossing gently to thoroughly coat the salad. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  • Arrange salad on plates and garnish with fresh chives.

GREEK THREE-BEAN SALAD



Greek Three-Bean Salad image

Green, kidney and wax beans combine for a summer classic with a tasty twist. Thanks to some bold Mediterranean flavors, it's not hard to close your eyes and imagine yourself on a Greek island. -Vivian Levine, Summerfield, FL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut wax beans, drained
1 medium red onion, halved and sliced
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup julienned green pepper
1/2 cup peeled, seeded and chopped cucumber
3/4 cup bottled Greek vinaigrette
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the first seven ingredients in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Chill until serving and sprinkle with cheese. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

LEMONY THREE BEAN & FETA SALAD



Lemony three bean & feta salad image

A fresh, low-calorie salad fit for a healthy lunchbox, crammed with green, edamame and cannellini beans

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Side dish

Time 17m

Number Of Ingredients 8

200g green bean , trimmed and halved lengthways
200g frozen soya or edamame beans
400g can cannellini bean , drained and rinsed
½ red onion , finely chopped
juice 1 lemon
pinch caster sugar
1 tsp poppy seed
85g feta cheese , crumbled

Steps:

  • Cook the green beans and edamame beans together in a pan of boiling water for 3 mins until tender. Drain and cool under cold running water, then drain again and mix with the cannellini beans and red onion. Add the lemon juice, sugar, poppy seeds and seasoning and stir through. Scatter the feta on top, then divide between plates or containers to pack into lunchboxes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium

FETA GARBANZO BEAN SALAD



Feta Garbanzo Bean Salad image

This super quick garbanzo bean salad is a hit with my crowd. If there are any leftovers, which rarely happens, I pile them into pitas for lunches the next day! You can also add grilled chicken or steak to turn it into a hearty main-dish salad.-Judy Doepel, Ballston Lake, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped English cucumber (about 1/2 medium)
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
5 cups torn mixed salad greens
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Place the first 11 ingredients in a large bowl; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 586mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans. This will give your salad a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, and chickpeas.
  • Cook the beans properly. Beans should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked beans will be mushy and bland.
  • Let the beans cool before assembling the salad. This will help prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a flavorful dressing. A simple vinaigrette or a creamy dressing made with Greek yogurt or sour cream are both good options.
  • Add some fresh herbs. Herbs like cilantro, parsley, and basil will brighten up the salad and add a pop of flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately. Three-bean salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Conclusion:

Three-bean salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a three-bean salad that everyone will love.

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