3 Bean Salad With Marinated Sweet Onions And Roasted Peppers Recipe

This 3-Bean Salad recipe is a game-changer! Forget everything you thought you knew about bean salads – this one's bursting with flavor thanks to perfectly marinated sweet onions and roasted peppers. We use Vidalia onions for the ultimate sweetness, but any sweet onion will work. Prepare to be amazed by the vibrant colors and incredible taste! Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a light summer lunch.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 377.1 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
3 Bean Salad With Marinated Sweet Onions And Roasted Peppers 81

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 3 Bean Salad With Marinated Sweet Onions And Roasted Peppers

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How to Make 3 Bean Salad With Marinated Sweet Onions And Roasted Peppers

  1. **Roast the Peppers:** Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve and deseed 2 large bell peppers (any color). Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly charred. Let cool, then peel and chop.
  2. **Make the Salad Dressing:** In a food processor, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Process until smooth.
  3. **Prepare the Beans:** Drain 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, and 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans in a colander. Rinse well.
  4. **Marinate the Onions:** Thinly slice 1 large sweet onion (Vidalia preferred). In a bowl, toss with 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt. Let sit for at least 15 minutes.
  5. **Combine the Salad:** In a large bowl, combine the roasted peppers, drained beans, and 1/2 cup of the prepared salad dressing. Toss gently to coat.
  6. **Chill and Serve:** Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Add the remaining dressing if desired and garnish generously with the marinated onions.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

13g

Carbs

13g

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