3 Or 4 Bean Salad Recipe

This incredibly easy 3 (or 4!) bean salad recipe comes together in under 10 minutes! Skip the overly sweet or vinegary versions – this one's perfectly balanced and bursting with fresh flavor. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a quick weeknight side dish.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 276 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 3 Or 4 Bean Salad

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How to Make 3 Or 4 Bean Salad

  1. In a large glass bowl, combine the rinsed and drained kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, and (optional) cannellini beans.
  2. Add the chopped red onion to the bowl.
  3. In a small saucepan, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, and celery salt.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat.
  5. Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the beans and onions in the bowl. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Allow the salad to cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes).
  7. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours (or longer!) to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

56g

Fat

9g

Carbs

11g