Mediterranean Three Bean Salad

The Meditarrean Dish

Category

Soups and Salads

Three bean salad is a great accompaniment to Pork, Chicken or Beef. Enjoy!!

Ingredients

    For the Salad

    • 1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans
    • 1 (15 oz.) can cannellini beans
    • 1 (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
    • 1 yellow pepper, cored and chopped
    • 1 red bell pepper, cored and chopped
    • ½ English cucumber, diced
    • 1 cup chopped red onions
    • 1 ½ Tbsp. capers
    • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
    • 10-15 fresh mint leaves, torn or gently chopped
    • 10-15 fresh basil leaves, torn or gently chopped

    For the Garlic Dijon Vinaigrette

    • 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
    • ½ Tbsp. Dijon mustard
    • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
    • 1 Tbsp. sugar
    • ½ cup Extra-virgin olive oil
    • Salt and black pepper

    Directions

    1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the beans, chopped peppers, onions, capers, and fresh herbs. Mix using a wooden spoon.

    2. In a small bowl, add the vinaigrette ingredients. Whisk vigorously to combine.

    3. Add the vinaigrette to the salad bowl. Toss to coat.

    4. For best results, cover and refrigerate for a bit before serving so that the beans soak up the vinaigrette flavors. Give the salad another quick toss before serving.