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Colourful Rainbow Bean Salad Recipe

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This Colorful Rainbow Bean Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed, and refreshing dish loaded with a mix of beans, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty dressing. It’s healthy, easy to make, and perfect for meal prep, picnics, or potlucks!

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained & rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained & rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup yellow bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup orange bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup cucumber, diced
  • ½ cup sweet corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

For the Dressing:

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or lime juice)
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (for balance)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Salad

  1. In a large bowl, combine black beans, chickpeas, kidney beans, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, cucumber, corn, and fresh parsley.

Step 2: Make the Dressing

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Step 3: Toss & Serve

  1. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated.
  2. Let it sit for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Make It Spicy: Add ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
  • Extra Crunch? Toss in toasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds.
  • Meal Prep Friendly: Stays fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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