Three-Bean Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

A protein-packed salad with kidney, cannellini, and black beans, tossed in a zesty orange vinaigrette.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Salads

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 6.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup diced cucumber
• 1/2 juiced orange
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

1. Step 1: Drain and rinse 1 can each cannellini beans, kidney beans, and black beans thoroughly.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine drained beans, 1/2 cup diced red onion, and 1/2 cup diced cucumber.
3. Step 3: Whisk together 1/2 cup orange juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, and a pinch of salt.
4. Step 4: Pour dressing over bean mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
5. Step 5: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.