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Three-Bean Salad

This recipe brings together the best varieties of beans: green beans, white beans, and kidney beans. Quick to make and incredibly delicious, this high-protein salad is not only a great side dish but also a complete meal if you are watching your weight.

Ingredients (serves 4):

• 1 1/2 cups green beans
• 1 red onion
  
• 1/3 cup olive oil
  
• 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
  
• 1 tbsp honey
  
• 1/2 tsp thyme
  
• 1 can chickpeas
  
• 1 can kidney beans
  
• 1/2 bunch parsley
  
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Wash, trim, and cut the green beans into large pieces. Boil them in a pot of salted water for about 5 minutes, then rinse with cold water to retain their vibrant color.
   
2. Peel and finely dice the onion.
   
3. Mix olive oil, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and honey to make a dressing. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
   
4. Drain and rinse the kidney beans and chickpeas. Add them to the dressing along with the green beans and mix well.
   
5. Wash, chop, and add the parsley to the salad. Let it sit for a while before serving.

Enjoy!