Description
This vibrant 3 Bean Salad is a refreshing mix of crunchy green beans, tender kidney beans, and sweet corn, tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for barbecues or family gatherings, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress with its bold flavors and beautiful presentation. Enjoy it as a side or a light main course any time of year!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper (mixed red and yellow), diced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by washing all vegetables thoroughly and patting them dry.
- In a large bowl, combine green beans, kidney beans, corn, red onion, and bell peppers.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mix and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg