Mixed Bean Salad Recipe
A refreshing and nutritious Mixed Bean Salad combining a variety of beans with vibrant vegetables and a zesty, spiced dressing. This no-cook salad is perfect as a light meal or a healthy side dish, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors with cumin, coriander, lime, and fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Beans and Vegetables
- 3 cans (15-ounce each) of any kind of beans, drained, thoroughly rinsed, and drained again
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- ½ of a red onion, minced
- 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 handful cilantro, chopped
Dressing and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or sherry vinegar
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine the Beans and Vegetables: In a large bowl, mix together the drained beans, diced red bell pepper, minced red onion, diced tomato, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
- Add Dressing and Seasonings: Add the apple cider or sherry vinegar, lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and ground coriander to the bowl. Stir thoroughly to coat all ingredients well.
- Season and Marinate: Season the salad with salt and pepper to your taste, mix again, then cover and let the salad sit at room temperature for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
- You can use any variety of canned beans such as black beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, or a mix to suit your preference.
- For added texture, consider adding diced cucumber or avocado.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Adjust the level of garlic and spices based on your taste preference.
- Lime juice adds brightness—feel free to add a little more if you prefer a tangier salad.
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