Name: Chickpea and Kidney Bean Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

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January 28, 2026

This kidney bean chickpea salad shows exactly why I keep coming back to bean salads again and again. The creamy chickpeas and firm, slightly sweet kidney beans play so well together, especially once they soak up that bright lemony dressing. It's one of those easy, make-ahead dishes I can throw together on autopilot and still look forward to eating all week.

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Chickpea and Kidney Bean Salad

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Instructions

Whisk all dressing ingredients in a small bowl until combined.

In a large bowl, mix the beans, vegetables, and herbs.

Pour the dressing over the salad, toss to coat, and let stand 30 minutes before serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Bean Soaking Secret 💦
For the most tender beans, soak dried kidney beans overnight and rinse thoroughly before using to reduce digestive discomfort and enhance texture.
Dressing Infusion Technique 🥗
Let the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the beans to absorb the vibrant lemon and herb dressing, maximizing flavor complexity.
Herb Chopping Pro Tip 🌿
Use a sharp knife and chop fresh mint and parsley just before adding to preserve their essential oils and brightest possible flavor profile.
Texture Balance Hack 🥒
Cut cucumber and bell peppers into uniform, small dice to ensure each bite has a perfect balance of crunch and bean creaminess.
Acid-Salt Harmony 🍋
Taste and adjust the lemon juice and salt levels incrementally to create a perfectly balanced dressing that enhances the beans' natural flavors.

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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.