5-Minute Mixed Bean Salad
This 5-Minute Mixed Bean Salad is the ultimate plant-based pantry meal. It's affordable, protein-packed, and gets better as it marinates. Perfect for busy weeknights, healthy lunches, or a crowd-pleasing side dish at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 19 oz / 540 mL can mixed beans rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1-1.5 teaspoons honey adjust to taste
- 1.5-2 teaspoons Italian seasoning be generous
- 0.25 teaspoon fine sea salt or to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 2-3 tablespoons sliced banana peppers optional (sub: olives, pepperoncini, or capers)
Instructions
How to Make 5-Minute Mixed Bean Salad
- Build the dressing first: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the mix-ins: Stir in the banana peppers (or your preferred substitute).
- Finish with beans: Add the rinsed and drained mixed beans directly to the bowl. Toss gently until well coated.
- Chill or enjoy: Serve immediately, or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors develop.
Notes
Meal Prep Tip: This salad gets better with time—it’s excellent after 24 hours in the fridge. If it tastes sharp at first, add 1/4–1/2 tsp more honey after chilling. For extra texture, add diced red onion, cucumber, or cherry tomatoes just before serving.
Nutritional information is approximate values and can vary significantly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used. Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 250g | Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5.5g | Sodium: 380mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 3mg
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