Three Bean Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup dried black beans, picked over and rinsed
• 1 cup dried kidney beans, picked over and rinsed
• 1 cup dried pinto beans, picked over and rinsed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot, cover the beans with water and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
3. Drain the beans and allow them to cool slightly.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked beans, onion, bell peppers, cilantro, and parsley.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
6. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss to combine.
7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 200 kcal
• Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 200mg
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Dietary Fiber: 12g
• Sugar: 10g
• Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Colorful and vibrant
• Savory and tangy
• Healthy and nutritious
• Can be served as a side dish or main course

User Comments:

• "This salad is so delicious and refreshing! I love the combination of beans and veggies."
• "I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about it!"
• "This is the perfect summer salad. It's light and healthy, but still flavorful."
• "I love that this salad can be made ahead of time. It's so convenient!"
• "This is a great way to use up leftover beans. I always make a double batch so I have some for later."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Soaking the beans overnight before cooking will help to reduce the cooking time.
• If you don't have red wine vinegar, you can use white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar instead.
• For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
• Serve the salad with your favorite bread or crackers.