Quick and easy 5 bean salad recipe with a tangy garlic mustard dressing. Packed with protein, fibre, and flavour—perfect for picnics, barbecues, or healthy lunches. Vegetarian & budget-friendly!
220gFresh Green Beanstrimmed and cut into 3cm pieces
2tablespoonParsleychopped finely
For the dressing
6tablespoonExtra Virgin Olive Oil
2tablespoonWhite Wine Vinegar
2teaspoonCaster Sugar
1Garlic Clovefinely chopped
4teaspoonDijon Mustard
½teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonPepper
Instructions
Using a can opener, open the cans of beans and empty them into a colander placed over the sink. Rinse the beans under cold water, then pat them dry with a towel. Transfer the beans to a large bowl.
400 g Kidney Beans, 400 g Black Beans, 400 g Cannellini Beans, 400 g Chickpeas
Fill a medium saucepan with water and place on a high heat on the hob. Once boiling, add the green beans (which have been cut into 3cm pieces) and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender. Drain, rinse in cold water, and add to the large bowl.
220 g Fresh Green Beans
Place the chopped red onion, celery, and peppers into the bowl and mix to combine.
1 Celery Stalk, 1 Red Pepper, 1 Green Pepper, ½ Red Onion
In a small bowl whisk together the dressing ingredients. Stir through the salad and refrigerate before serving.
6 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar, 2 teaspoon Caster Sugar, 1 Garlic Clove, 4 teaspoon Dijon Mustard, ½ teaspoon Salt, ¼ teaspoon Pepper
Garnish with chopped parsley.
2 tablespoon Parsley
Notes
Top Tips:
Store any extra salad dressing in a jam jar in the fridge. It will keep for up to 7 days.
Thoroughly rinse the tinned beans in cold water to get rid of the starchy water from their cans. Allow to drain and pat dry if needed.
Storage:The salad will keep in the fridge for 3-5 days in an airtight container. Nutrition:The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.