Creamy Bean Salad Vegetables (Printable Format)
Colorful beans meet crisp veggies in a creamy dressing. Tangy, hearty, and ideal for casual meals or gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Beans
01 - 1 can (14 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
03 - 1 can (14 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
→ Vegetables & Fresh Ingredients
04 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
→ Dressing
09 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
10 - 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream
11 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
14 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
15 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Place kidney beans, chickpeas, cannellini beans, red onion, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, celery, and parsley into a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt or sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey if using, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
03 - Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture. Gently toss to evenly coat all ingredients.
04 - Taste the salad and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
05 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Ready in just 15 minutes for quick prep
- Uses shelf-stable beans and everyday fresh produce
- Vegetarian and gluten-free offering plenty of protein and fiber
- Crowd-pleaser that travels well and tastes even better made ahead
02 -
- Rich source of plant-based protein and dietary fiber
- Packed with crunch from celery and pepper plus creamy dressing
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to three days so it is ideal for meal prep
03 -
- Always rinse canned beans very well so they do not taste metallic or salty.
- Do not skip the resting time in the fridge because it lets all the flavors meld for a more delicious salad.
- Chop veggies small and even so every forkful has a balanced mix of beans and crunch.