Mary Berry Three Bean Salad

Mary Berry’s Three Bean Salad is made with cannellini beans, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, red onion, celery, flat-leaf parsley, and rosemary. This tasty Three Bean Salad recipe creates a delicious side dish that takes about 15 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 4-8 people.

Ingredients Needed

For the salad:

• 1 (400g) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (400g) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (400g) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped (about 100g or 3/4 cup), soaked in water to take the edge off the onion
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped (about 100g or 1 cup)
• 1 cup (about 30g) loosely packed, fresh, finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 1 teaspoon fresh finely chopped rosemary

For the dressing:

• 1/3 cup (80ml) apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar (more or less to taste)
• 3 tablespoons (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

How To Make Three Bean Salad

1. Make the salad: In a large bowl, mix the cannellini beans, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, celery, drained red onion, parsley, and rosemary.
2. Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, sugar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss to coat.
3. Chill and serve: Transfer the salad to the refrigerator for several hours to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, let it come close to room temperature.

Recipe Tips

• Soak the onion: Always soak the red onion in water for at least 10 minutes to reduce its strong flavor, making the salad more enjoyable.
• Use fresh herbs: For the best taste, use fresh flat-leaf parsley and rosemary instead of dried herbs; they add brightness and flavor to the salad.
• Adjust the sweetness: Taste the dressing after mixing it and adjust the sugar according to your preference; you might want it sweeter or less sweet.
• Chill the salad: Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors blend well.
• Add extra crunch: For a bit of crunch, consider adding diced bell peppers or cucumbers to the salad; this adds texture and freshness.

How To Store Leftovers?

First, let the leftover Three Bean Salad cool until it reaches room temperature. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. The salad will keep well for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)

• Calories: 60
• Total Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 300mg
• Potassium: 90mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 13g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 8g
• Protein: 1g

Try More Mary Berry Recipes:

• Mary Berry Blondies Recipe
• Mary Berry Apple Strudel
• Mary Berry Steak And Mushroom Pie
• Mary Berry Guinness Cake