A vibrant and protein-packed salad with a variety of beans, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing, inspired by traditional Amish gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
Prepare the Beans: Drain and rinse all the beans under cold water to remove excess sodium. Shake off any excess water after rinsing.
Combine the Fresh Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the prepared beans, corn, diced red and green bell peppers, and the chopped red onion. Toss gently to combine.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture. Mix thoroughly to coat all ingredients. Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes.
Final Touch: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and crumbled feta cheese over the top before serving.