Beans are affordable and versatile, making them a great salad ingredient. They are also very nutritious! Beans are an excellent source of antioxidants, B vitamins, minerals like copper, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc, as well as fiber and protein. Regular consumption of beans also reduces the risk of many health problems such as diabetes and heart disease.

Here are 3 delicious bean salad recipes that everyone will love:

Tropical bean salad

What do you need:

• 1 lime, grated
• 1/2 tomato, seeded and minced
• 1/2 cucumber, seeded and minced
• 1/4 of red onion chopped
• 2 cups black beans
• 2 cups chickpeas
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, and coriander, then season with salt and pepper. In a salad bowl, combine the tomato, cucumber, onion, black beans, and chickpeas. To garnish on a salad bowl. Toss to coat and serve immediately.

Bean and honey delight

What do you need:

• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups of kidney beans
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon hot sauce

Place the beans in a salad bowl. Add garlic, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, basil, sage, black pepper, and hot pepper sauce to the bowl. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined and the beans are covered with the dressing. Serve immediately.

Peaches and Beans

What do you need:

• 2 peaches, chopped
• 1 avocado, peeled, pitted and chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
• 1/4 red onion, diced
• 2 cups black beans
• 1/2 cup fresh coriander chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Sea salt to taste
• In a salad bowl, combine the peaches, red pepper, jalapeño, onion, black beans, and cilantro. Season with ground cumin and sea salt. Add the avocado to the bowl and drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil. Toss to coat. Let stand for 8-10 minutes before serving.

Substitute beans for your veggies every now and then to add variety to your salads. These easy bean salad recipes are the perfect way to enhance your salad game – healthy and delicious at the same time!