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A colorful bowl of marinated three bean salad with green beans, wax beans, and kidney beans

Three Bean Salad

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 185
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (15 ounces) green beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) wax beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery , thinly sliced
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans, wax beans, kidney beans, red onion, bell pepper, and celery.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, vegetable oil, salt, and black pepper until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  3. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients.
  4. Fold in the minced parsley.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 to 12 hours to allow the flavors to marinate.
  6. Toss once more before serving cold.