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Three-Bean Protein Salad

Chickpeas, kidney and black beans with crunchy pepper, parsley and a cumin-lemon dressing.

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Three-Bean Protein SaladThree-Bean Protein Salad

$2.33 a serving · 10 min

  • Under 30 min
  • One pan
  • Makes leftovers
  • Vegan
  • Gluten-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Nut-free
  • PCOS-friendly
  • Heart-healthy
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Thyroid-friendly
  • Healthy
  • Beans & lentils

Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $9.32 if you cook for four.

Calories
430 kcal
Protein
20g
Carbs
57g
Fat
13g

Ingredients

For one serving, in kitchen measures, grouped the way the store is laid out.

Produce

  • Bell peppers½ medium
  • Fresh parsley3⅓ tbsp
  • Lemons½

Pantry

  • Chickpeas (can)½ can
  • Kidney beans (can)¼ can
  • Black beans (can)¼ can
  • Olive oil2 tsp

Spices

  • Ground cumin⅓ tsp

How to cook it

  1. 1

    Drain and rinse the chickpeas and all the beans.

  2. 2

    Dice the pepper and chop the parsley.

  3. 3

    Whisk the lemon juice, oil, cumin and a good pinch of salt.

  4. 4

    Toss the beans, pepper and parsley with the dressing and let it sit for 5 minutes before eating.

People also ask

What to serve with Three-Bean Protein Salad?
Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowl, Greek Chicken Couscous Bowl, or Chicken Burrito Bowl. Those sit in the same style as Three-Bean Protein Salad and keep the grocery list from exploding.
Can you meal prep Three-Bean Protein Salad?
Yes. Three-Bean Protein Salad holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. beans and the sides reheat without falling apart.
How long does Three-Bean Protein Salad last in the fridge?
3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
Is Three-Bean Protein Salad vegan?
Yes. Three-Bean Protein Salad is vegan.
Is Three-Bean Protein Salad vegetarian?
Yes. Three-Bean Protein Salad is vegetarian.

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