Best 9 Best 3 Bean Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing 3-bean salad recipes. Embark on a flavor-filled adventure as we present a trio of refreshing and satisfying salads, each boasting a unique blend of textures, colors, and tastes. From the classic three-bean salad with its harmonious balance of green beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas, to the tangy and vibrant Mediterranean three-bean salad bursting with the flavors of feta, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. And for those seeking a hearty and protein-packed option, our Southwestern three-bean salad, brimming with black beans, corn, and a zesty cilantro-lime dressing, is sure to hit the spot. Get ready to elevate your salads to new heights with these exceptional three-bean salad recipes.

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TRADITIONAL THREE BEAN SALAD



Traditional Three Bean Salad image

This is my mother-in-law Roberta Cormia's recipe.

Provided by ccormia

Categories     Salad     Beans     Three Bean Salad Recipes

Time 8h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) can green beans, drained
1 (16 ounce) can yellow wax beans, drained
1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (4 ounce) jar chopped pimento peppers, drained
½ cup vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix green beans, yellow wax beans, kidney beans, onion, celery, green bell pepper, and pimento peppers in a bowl.
  • Combine vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove saucepan from burner and pour dressing over bean mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until flavors blend, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 733.6 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

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

BEST BEAN SALAD



Best Bean Salad image

I'd turned my nose up at this for years, but suddenly I can't get enough of it. Thanks, Momma D!

Provided by chemjo

Categories     Salad     Beans     Three Bean Salad Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (14.5 ounce) can green beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can wax beans, drained
1 (15.5 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can black beans, drained
½ cup chopped green pepper
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup salad oil
½ cup vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Combine the green beans, wax beans, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, green pepper, onion, and celery in a large bowl; toss to mix.
  • Whisk together the oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar in a separate bowl until the sugar is dissolved; pour over the bean mixture. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 412.1 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

THREE-BEAN SALAD FOR 3



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We make this 3 bean salad all summer long! It's a delicious summer side dish for two. - Barbara Wiggins, Lexington, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (8 ounces) cut green beans, drained
1 can (8 ounces) cut wax beans, drained
3/4 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first four ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the sugar, vinegar, oil and pepper; stir into bean mixture. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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

THREE BEAN SALAD



Three Bean Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound green beans, trimmed, cut in half crosswise
1/2 pound wax beans, trimmed cut in half crosswise
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, rinsed, and drained
1/2 small red onion, minced, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes and drained
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Set up a large bowl of ice water. Add the fresh beans to the boiling water, and cook until crisp-tender, about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and plunge the beans into the ice water to stop the cooking and set their color. Drain.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the beans and the onion. In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, vinegar, oil, and salt to a simmer. Pour the liquid over the beans. Marinate the beans at room temperature for 1 hour, tossing several times. Just before serving, season with salt and pepper to taste, add the parsley. Serve.

THREE BEAN SALAD



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Tangy and sweet, this has a little less sugar than other recipes. I plan to try this with splenda. Adapted from my More With Less Mennonite cookbook. Either canned or dried, cooked beans may be used. I chose my favorite beans, but many other kinds can be substituted.

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Onions

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cut green beans
2 cups dark red kidney beans (or 15 oz. can)
2 cups garbanzo beans (or 15 oz. can)
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Cook green beans till tender.
  • Drain canned beans and rinse.
  • Toss beans with onion and pepper.
  • Combine the oil with remaining ingredients and pour over the beans.
  • Chill at least 4 hours before serving.
  • Flavor improves with marinating overnight or longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.6, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 458.4, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 11.1, Protein 6

COLD 3 BEAN SALAD



Cold 3 Bean Salad image

I love this recipe. I have been making this for so long. I suppose it is the typical bean salad but I love it.

Provided by FrenchBunny

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
1 (15 ounce) can cut green beans
1 lb wax bean (Yellow)
1 onion (thinly sliced)
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup sugar
2/3 cup vinegar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients well together. Chill overnight for best flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.8, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 357.2, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 16.7, Protein 3.7

DRESSING FOR THREE BEAN SALAD



Dressing for Three Bean Salad image

Three bean salad basically includes a can each of green beans, wax beans, and kidney beans. Other fresh veggies, like sliced onion, can be added. This is the basic recipe for dressing a three bean salad.

Provided by kayc1218

Categories     Beans

Time 12m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in small saucepan and bring to a boil to dissolve sugar. Allow to cool slightly and pour over beans/veggie mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.5, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 145.9, Carbohydrate 6.3, Sugar 6.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the beans, as they should retain a slight bite.
  • Let the beans cool completely before assembling the salad, as this will help to prevent the flavors from becoming muddled.
  • For a more flavorful salad, marinate the beans in the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped celery, bell pepper, or onion, for extra flavor and texture.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Three-bean salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, three-bean salad is a nutritious and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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