Kidney Bean Salad

Kidney Bean Salad

This kidney bean salad is a flavorful, protein-packed dish that's perfect for a quick lunch, side salad, or even a light meal. It's filled with a variety of fresh veggies, herbs, and a zesty dressing that makes it both refreshing and satisfying. Whether you're prepping for a summer potluck or just need something easy and nutritious, this kidney bean salad is a versatile choice that can be made ahead of time and enjoyed throughout the week.

Author: Balancing Bowls

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 6 Servings

Calories: 135 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 3 cans - dark red kidney beans
  • 2 - scallions green onions
  • 1 - red bell pepper chopped
  • ¼ cup - red onion
  • ¼ cup - fresh herbs
  • 2 tablespoons - mint
  • 2 cloves - garlic
  • 3 tablespoons - fresh lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup - olive oil
  • ⅓ cup - apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp - dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp - honey
  • 1 tbsp - lemon zest
  • ½ tsp - salt
  • ¼ tsp - black pepper

Instructions

  1. Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
  2. In a large bowl, combine all salad ingredients.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad, toss to coat, and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Energy: 135 kcal | Total Fat: 15 g | Saturated: 2 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 0 mg | Total Carbs: 7 g | Fiber: 7 g | Sugars: 3 g | Proteins: 40 g | Sodium: 226 mg | Polyunsaturated: 1 g | Monounsaturated: 9 g

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