Go Back
–+ servings
Lemon Basil Three Bean Salad

Zesty Lemon Basil Three Bean Salad for Refreshing Meals

Lemon Basil Three Bean Salad is a refreshing mix of beans, lemon, and basil, perfect for bright summer meals.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Black beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Kidney beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Fresh basil Finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Peppers
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Diced
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumble over the top, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander
  • Spatula
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the canned beans under cold running water for about 2 minutes, then drain well.
  2. Finely chop the fresh basil leaves and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine rinsed beans, chopped basil, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
  5. Before serving, gently stir the salad to re-coat with the dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal crunch, add delicate veggies like cucumbers just before serving. Allow to marinate overnight for best flavor.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!