Simple and Easy Bean Salad

Beans cause an embarrassing flatulence problem, but there are many health benefits of adding Bean Salad into your diet.

This classic bean salad is a great source of protein!

Do you love beans? They are a strong source of protein in your diet if you are doing meatless Monday! So next Monday, don’t hesitate to bring out the beans and fill yourself up.

I like to make a large batch of this salad and enjoy it as a side one or two days in a row. My family loves it as well! The homemade dressing adds a delicious fresh taste to the beans.

Enjoy this simple bean salad as a quick lunch or a nutritious dinner side. When you serve leftovers, add a splash of lemon juice or olive oil to refresh the flavors. This dish offers a nice mix of protein, fiber, and vitamins, making it a perfect go-to option.

Beans are super beneficial. To start, they are high in antioxidants, protein, magnesium, potassium, zinc, and copper. What other benefits do beans have?

7 BENEFITS OF BEANS:

1. Low in fat: they are only 2-3% fat, which is almost nothing.
2. Packed with protein: beans are a vegetable protein and contain no cholesterol.
3. Lowers cholesterol level: eating beans regularly will lower cholesterol level and result in a reduced chance of heart disease.
4. Lowers blood sugar: the protein and complex carbohydrate in beans make this a smart food choice. This is because it is quickly digested and lowers blood pressure.
5. Prevent constipation: as a result of the high fiber content, beans can keep your bowel movements more regular.
6. Help with weight-loss: fiber-rich food promotes weight-loss. Beans happen to be fiber-rich and keep you full longer.
7. Wallet-friendly: this vegetable protein is affordable and nutritious!

When buying beans in cans, buy organic and rinse before using. This bean salad requires no cooking process: it’s simple to make and serve for any home cook!

Key Ingredients

Black beans, garbanzo beans, and red kidney beans is the bean mixture you’ll need for this salad.

Fresh dill or fresh cilantro: these fresh herbs add great flavor to this homemade bean salad.

Lemon juice, sea salt, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper combine to make an easy dressing for this healthy side dish.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

Expert Tips

• Serve this bean salad as a delicious rice bowl topping with veggies and guacamole. Pair with grilled chicken for the perfect protein-fiber combination!
• Feel free to experiment with other vinegars such as red wine vinegar for the dressing. This slightly changes the taste of the dressing.
• Add salt gradually. Taste as you go since canned beans might already contain salt. Adjust to your preference.
• When making this bean salad recipe, allow the salad to rest for a short while before serving. This lets the flavors meld together for a more cohesive taste.
• Navy beans or pinto beans make an excellent addition. The flavors mix well with the other types of beans in this salad.
• Chop in some red bell pepper and red onion to bring a crunchy and tangy flavor boost.

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