Fast and Easy 3 Bean Salad Recipe
Description:
This colorful and flavorful salad gets its zing from tangy Italian dressing. Perfect for a quick side dish, it requires minimal effort – if you can open a can, you can make this refreshing salad. Allow it to chill for an hour or more to let the flavors meld beautifully.
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Chilling Time: 1 hour (or more)
- Serves: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 can French style green beans, drained
- 1 can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can sugar snap peas, drained and rinsed
- 8 oz fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 bunch green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Drain and rinse the dark red kidney beans and sugar snap peas.
- Chop the fresh parsley and green onions.
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Mix Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained French style green beans, dark red kidney beans, sugar snap peas, chopped parsley, and green onions.
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Add Dressing:
- Pour the Italian dressing over the salad ingredients.
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Combine Thoroughly:
- Gently toss all ingredients together until evenly coated with the dressing.
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Chill Before Serving:
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to a container with a lid.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop. You can chill it longer if desired.
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Serve:
- Once chilled, give the salad a final toss before serving.
- Serve as a refreshing side dish alongside grilled meats, sandwiches, or as part of a buffet spread.
This Fast and Easy 3 Bean Salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with vibrant flavors and textures. It’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or any occasion where you need a delicious and hassle-free dish. Enjoy the crispness of the green beans, the heartiness of the kidney beans, and the freshness of parsley, all brought together with the zesty Italian dressing. Bon appétit! 🥗
