Sweet and Sour Kidney Bean Salad

Name: Sweet and Sour Kidney Bean Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 250 min
Ingredients: 2 (15.5 oz) cans dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup diagonally-sliced celery; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped red onion; 1/3 cup red wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper

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This is the perfect go-to dish for potlucks. It’s so quick and easy to make, and actually better made ahead, because it does need a few hours to chill. It has a good balance of sweet to tart, and is a good side dish for most entrees.

By Pat Bernitt

Published on November 30, 2023

bright yellow bowl of red kidney bean salad with sliced celery and red onion on a wooden table

Prep Time:

10 mins

Chill Time:

4 hrs

Total Time:

4 hrs 10 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 5 servings

2 (15.5-ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup diagonally-sliced celery
1/2 cup coarsely chopped red onion
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper

Directions

Combine kidney beans, celery, and red onion in a large bowl.
Whisk thoroughly red wine vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over bean mixture, and stir until well combined.
Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

333	Calories
10g	Fat
48g	Carbs
14g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 333
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g	13%
Saturated Fat 1g	7%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 628mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 48g	17%
Dietary Fiber 10g	36%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 14g	29%
Vitamin C 2mg	2%
Calcium 111mg	9%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 558mg	12%

* 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.