This heart healthy three bean salad made with black beans, kidney beans and chick peas is packed with refreshingly light flavors of lemon and basil.
I've recently been experiencing some health issues with my cholesterol and have been trying to incorporate more beans into my weekly diet. Eating salads like this Lemon-Basil Three Bean Salad certainly makes it easier.
Though beans are comparable to meat in calories, they have more fiber and water content; which makes you feel fuller more quickly. It is also recommended that we increase our intake of legumes from 1 to 3 cups per week.
Beans are high in antioxidants, fiber, protein, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, potassium, copper and zinc. By eating beans regularly, it also may reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease, colorectal cancer, and helps with weight management.
How do you make Lemon Basil Three Bean Salad?
For this recipe you'll need black beans, kidney beans, chick peas, red onion, fresh basil, lemon zest and juice, white balsamic vinegar, EVOO, salt and pepper.
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to serve. That's it, super easy right?
This Lemon-Basil Three Bean Salad is wonderfully light and flavorful with simple ingredients and can be ready in about 15 minutes.
It makes for a satisfying lunch or as an accompaniment to any meal; especially when paired with grilled foods like chicken, fish or pork. ~Enjoy!
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Lemon-Basil Three Bean Salad
Ingredients
- 1- (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed
- 1- (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed
- 1- (15-ounce) can chick peas, rinsed
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
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*Originally shared May 2014/Updated February 2020.
Christie says
Love seeing bean recipes. They are so incredibly good for you. This one looks perfect
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thanks Christie!
CakePants says
I've always loved the idea of three bean salad, but so many of the versions I've encountered are too heavily doused in salad dressings for my liking. This one, on the other hand, looks refreshingly light! I'll have to give it a try!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
It really is very light and I feel the same way about too much dressing. It takes away from the flavor and benefits of eating healthier. Thanks for stopping by.
Beverley says
My favorite indulgence in salads. Thank you for posting this recipe xoxo
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
You're welcome Beverley, it's one my favorites too. Happy Mother's Day! xoxo
Jaime P says
I love this salad! I often bring it to gatherings and it's a big hit!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
I made this one for a small BBQ last week and it was a hit too. Then I ate it for lunch too! 🙂