Recipes Salad Beans Three Bean Salad Recipes Three Bean Salad 4.6 (313) 254 Reviews 19 Photos This tasty three bean salad is great for buffets, summer picnics, and cookouts. It's easy to make but tastes best when chilled for at least 12 hours. It keeps well and serves a lot of people. Submitted by JJOHN32 Updated on March 5, 2023 Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen. Staff credentials vary but include training at the Culinary Institute of America; kitchen stints in fine dining restaurants; and countless hours in the test kitchen itself. Meet the Allrecipes Test Kitchen Save Rate Print Share Add Photo 19 19 19 19 Prep Time: 15 mins Additional Time: 12 hrs Total Time: 12 hrs 15 mins Servings: 16 Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe Looking for a simple side that's sure to impress at your next picnic, potluck, or barbecue? We've got you covered with this three bean salad. The perfect make-ahead side dish, it's easy to make with convenient ingredients. Three Bean Salad Ingredients Here's what you'll need to make this easy three bean salad recipe: BeansThe three beans in this salad are green beans, wax beans, and kidney beans. Some reviewers suggest adding a can of chickpeas. It's easiest to use canned beans, but you can use freshly cooked beans if you like. OnionSlice one white or yellow onion into thin rings. SugarThis three bean salad recipe calls for ¾ cup white sugar, but you can use less if you'd like it a little less sweet. Oil and VinegarDistilled white vinegar and vegetable oil come together to make a simple salad dressing. SeasoningsThis recipe is simply seasoned with salt, pepper, and celery seed. How to Make Three Bean Salad KAM It truly couldn't be simpler to throw this three bean salad together. You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect: Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld. How to Serve Three Bean Salad This three bean salad recipe serves 16, so it's the perfect potluck recipe to feed a crowd. It's delicious served alongside crowd-pleasing entrees such as pulled pork or burgers. For more delicious inspiration, explore our entire collection of Potluck Recipes. How to Store Three Bean Salad Store three bean salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for three to five days. There's no need to reheat, as this dish is served cold. Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise "I needed a quick and easy salad to take to a potluck and decided to make this salad," says Debra Knight. "Fast preparation the night before and a delicious salad for the table." "Just what I was looking for — simple and foolproof," raves Emmy. "I substituted bell peppers for the onion, since I'm not a fan of onion, and the flavor and colors were a good complement." "The beauty of this salad is that nearly all ingredients can be kept on the shelf until you need them, so you can whip this up whenever you need it," according to LIZZYG2. Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1x 2x 4x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings 1 (15 ounce) can green beans 1 pound wax beans 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 onion, sliced into thin rings ¾ cup white sugar, or to taste ⅔ cup distilled white vinegar ⅓ cup vegetable oil ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper ½ teaspoon celery seed Directions Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Mix together green beans, wax beans, kidney beans, onion, sugar, vinegar, vegetable oil, salt, pepper, and celery seed. Chill in refrigerator for at least 12 hours. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Enjoy! DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS I Made It Print 472 home cooks made it! Nutrition Facts (per serving) 112 Calories 5g Fat 16g Carbs 2g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 16 Calories 112 % Daily Value * Total Fat 5g 6% Saturated Fat 1g 3% Sodium 299mg 13% Total Carbohydrate 16g 6% Dietary Fiber 2g 9% Total Sugars 11g Protein 2g 4% Vitamin C 2mg 2% Calcium 20mg 2% Iron 1mg 4% Potassium 12mg 0% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.