Name: 3 Bean Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American

January 26, 2026

This 3-bean salad recipe is a perfect addition to your summer picnics and cookouts. I love an easy bean salad recipe that you can make ahead of time and enjoy as a great side dish or main dish. With its tangy dressing and combination of black beans, garbanzo beans, and cannellini beans, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with simple ingredients that are good for you.

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3 Bean Salad Recipe

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Ingredients

WarningWheat and 2 other allergens identified

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the rice wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and olive oil until the dressing is well combined.

Add the drained and rinsed beans, chopped red onion, celery, yellow bell pepper, garlic, parsley, and oregano to the bowl.

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.

Let the salad sit at room temperature for at least an hour before serving, or refrigerate overnight for best results.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Bean Soaking Strategy 💧
If using dried beans, soak them overnight and rinse thoroughly to reduce gas-causing compounds and improve digestibility.
Dressing Emulsion Technique 🥄
Whisk the olive oil into the vinegar and other dressing ingredients very slowly to create a stable, smooth emulsion that coats the beans evenly.
Flavor Marinating Hack 🕰️
Let the bean salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
Texture Balance Trick 🥣
Dice vegetables uniformly and no larger than the beans to ensure each bite has a perfect mix of textures and ingredients.
Herb Freshness Preservation 🌿
Chop fresh herbs just before adding to the salad to maintain their vibrant color, aroma, and maximum nutritional benefits.

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Balancing Bowls

I'm Nora! Balancing Bowls is the product of a slightly chaotic life, a need to make and grow things, and a love of creative cooking. If you're here because you're trying to feed your family well without losing your mind, you're in the right place.