Description
Vegan Dense Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines creamy black beans and chickpeas with crunchy vegetables, all dressed in zesty lemon and olive oil. This refreshing salad bursts with color and flavor, making it perfect for picnics, casual lunches, or festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable, it guarantees satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the canned beans under cold water until clean.
- Dice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes; thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the rinsed beans with the chopped vegetables and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well-coated.
- For enhanced flavor, refrigerate for about an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg