Dense Bean Salad
Dense bean salad is a colorful, nutrient-packed dish bursting with flavors that delight the senses. This vibrant salad combines protein-rich beans with crunchy vegetables, making it a satisfying and healthy option for any gathering. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy family dinners, each bite offers a refreshing taste that’s sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse all canned beans under cold water until clean.
- In a large bowl, combine the black beans, kidney beans, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, and cilantro.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the salad and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything together gently until well mixed.
- Let the salad sit for about 15 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg