How to Make No-Sugar Three Bean Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summertime calls for light and refreshing recipes that are perfect for outdoor gatherings and picnics. And one of the best dishes to bring to these events is a classic three bean salad. But what if you're trying to cut back on sugar, or maybe even eliminate it from your diet altogether? Fear not, because this No-Sugar Three Bean Salad recipe is here to save the day!

This salad is full of fiber and protein from the three different types of beans, and it's packed with flavor from a zest...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, sliced
  • ½ cup cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon ground dry mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder (Optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • In a bowl, gently mix the garbanzo beans, kidney beans, green beans, green onions, and celery. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oil, honey, mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Pour dressing over the salad, and toss gently to coat. Cover, refrigerate at least 2 hours, and gently toss before serving.
  • Nutrition

    170 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 310mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 146mg