Homemade 3 Bean Salad Recipe

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Are you tired of the pre-made, jarred three-bean salads from the grocery store? Look no further than the Bald Chef Glen Izett’s homemade version, made with fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. This recipe is perfect for picnics and summertime barbecues and is easy to make with the help of the accompanying video. Follow along as Glen shows you how to make this delicious salad from scratch.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup red kidney beans, soaked overnight
  • 1/4 pound yellow wax beans
  • 1/4 pound fresh green beans
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon and 1/2 good quality balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 tablespoon sea salt
  • 10 turns of cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped Spanish onion

Cooking Instructions:

  1. Drain and rinse the soaked red kidney beans and add them to a pot of water. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
  2. While the kidney beans are cooking, prepare a large bowl of iced water. Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the yellow wax and green beans for about 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp. Remove the beans from the boiling water and immediately transfer them to the ice water to cool down.
  3. Once the kidney beans and the wax and green beans are cooked and cooled, add them to a large bowl. Add the chopped Spanish onion, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and cracked black pepper. Toss to combine and coat the beans evenly with the dressing.

Fun Facts About 3 Bean Salad:

  • Using fresh ingredients in this recipe, as opposed to canned, will greatly enhance the flavor of the finished salad.
  • The red kidney beans are a great source of protein and fiber, making this salad a healthy and satisfying option.
  • The blanching process helps to retain the bright green color and crisp texture of the wax and green beans.

Conclusion:

This homemade three-bean salad recipe is a fresh and flavorful alternative to the pre-made version found in stores. With the help of Glen Izett, the Bald Chef, you can easily make this delicious salad from scratch. Perfect for picnics and summertime barbecues, this salad is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. Give it a try and taste the difference that fresh ingredients make. Bon appétit!

 

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