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4 Bean Salad

4 Bean Salad is a nutritious salad that can be made ahead. Economical, packed with protein and fiber, it's a perfect side dish for picnics and potlucks.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword 4 Bean Salad, Bean Salad Recipe, Four Bean Salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Servings 16
Calories 154kcal
Author Jill McOwen

Ingredients

  • 15 oz kidney beans drained
  • 15 oz garbanzo beans drained
  • 15 oz green beans drained
  • 15 oz cannellini beans drained
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper chopped
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper chopped
  • 1/4 cup shallot minced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, add the four cans of beans (all drained) and the chopped red and green pepper and minced shallots. Stir to combine.
  • In a smaller bowl or glass measuring cup, combine the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard garlic powder, salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth and combined.
  • Pour the dressing over the bean salad and toss to coat. Store the bean salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 228mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 355IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg