Best 5 Fast And Easy 3 Bean Salad Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Calling all salad lovers! Here's a refreshing and easy-to-make 3-Bean Salad that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a quick and healthy lunch. This vibrant dish combines the goodness of three types of beans – hearty chickpeas, tender black beans, and sweet kidney beans – along with a symphony of colorful vegetables and tangy dressing.

Discover how to whip up this delightful salad in just a few simple steps. Our recipe features variations to cater to different dietary preferences – find both a classic 3-Bean Salad and a vegan version.

Indulge in the classic 3-Bean Salad with its harmonious blend of beans, crisp celery, bell peppers, red onion, and a zesty dressing made with olive oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard. For a vegan twist, our recipe offers a creamy Vegan 3-Bean Salad that uses silken tofu for a luscious dressing.

Get ready to enjoy this wholesome and flavorful 3-Bean Salad, a perfect harmony of textures, colors, and flavors. Whether you're following a vegan diet or simply looking for a lighter option, we've got you covered. Dive into the recipes and treat yourself to a salad that's not just delicious but also incredibly easy to make.

Let's cook with our recipes!

QUICK THREE-BEAN SALAD



Quick Three-Bean Salad image

This traditional three-bean salad, submitted by Amy Short of Lesage, West Virginia, bursts with the flavor of savory. Honey gives a pleasant sweetness to the vinaigrette that coats the blend of green beans, kidney beans and lima beans. It's perfect for picnics.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons minced fresh savory or 2 teaspoons dried savory
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, honey, savory and salt until blended. Add the beans, onion and green pepper; stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

SUPER EASY AND QUICK THREE BEAN SALAD



Super Easy and Quick Three Bean Salad image

This is the easiest, quickest, tastiest 3 Bean Salad that I've ever made. I take it to many potlucks and family dinners and everyone seems to love it (I never have any left in the bowl when I get ready to leave) Cook time is refrigeration time BEFORE serving.

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     Beans

Time 3h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
1 (16 ounce) can cannellini beans
1 (16 ounce) can black beans
1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup Italian dressing (I use Newman's)
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Drain and rinse beans.
  • Place beans in a large bowl and add the remaining ingredients.
  • Toss, cover and refrigerate for 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.8, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 491.1, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 4.5, Protein 14.3

THREE BEAN SALAD



Three Bean Salad image

A picnic or family gathering is not the same unless someone brings the three bean salad! Super easy recipe to make in less than 30 minutes.

Provided by jettskitchen,com

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 4h20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can each cut green beans and cut wax beans (drained)
1 can red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
1/2 cup green pepper (chopped)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 green onions (chopped)
1/3 cup oil
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1 Tablespoon salt
1 Tablespoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients into a large bowl. Stir making sure all ingredients are coated withthe oil mixture. Transfer all ingredients to a container with a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. The longer the vegetables marinade in the liquid the better it tastes.

THREE BEAN SALAD



Three Bean Salad image

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

QUICK AND EASY BEAN SALAD



Quick and Easy Bean Salad image

Toss white beans with red onion, tomatoes, parsley, and balsamic vinegar for an easy, satisfying side dish.

Provided by Joel Fuhrman, M.D.

Categories     HarperCollins     Side     Bean     Salad     Tomato     Parsley     Onion     Vinegar     Quick & Easy     Quick and Healthy     Vegan     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups cooked or 1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium or no-salt-added cannellini beans or other white beans, drained
1/2 small red onion, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon no-salt seasoning blend, adjusted to taste

Steps:

  • Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
  • Serve cold as a salad or heat in the microwave for a warm entrée.

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful salad, use a variety of beans, such as black beans, pinto beans, and kidney beans.
  • Be sure to rinse and drain the beans before using them.
  • To save time, you can use canned beans instead of dried beans.
  • If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead.
  • Be sure to taste the salad before serving and adjust the seasonings to your liking.

Conclusion:

This 3-bean salad is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give this 3-bean salad a try!

Related Topics