Bean Salad with Dijon Mustard
This bean salad is a simple and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer. It is made with black beans, kidney beans, red onion, green bell pepper, celery, parsley, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. The salad is easy to make and can be served immediately or chilled for later.
The history of bean salad is a long and winding one, dating back to the ancient Greeks and Romans. The first bean salads were likely made with simple ingredients such as beans, olive oil, and vinegar. Over time, more ingredients were added to the salad, such as vegetables, herbs, and spices. Today, there are many different variations of bean salad, each with its own unique flavor and texture. This particular recipe is inspired by the classic French bean salad, which is made with black beans, kidney beans, red onion, green bell pepper, celery, parsley, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. The salad is simple to make and can be served immediately or chilled for later. It is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer.
Bean Salad with Dijon Mustard Bean Salad with Dijon Mustard Bean Salad with Dijon Mustard Bean Salad with Dijon Mustard
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the beans, red onion, green bell pepper, celery, and parsley.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, olive oil, and red wine vinegar.
  3. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss to coat.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Why It Works
  • The combination of black beans and kidney beans provides a hearty and flavorful base for the salad.
  • The red onion, green bell pepper, and celery add crunch and freshness to the salad.
  • The parsley adds a bright and herbaceous flavor to the salad.
  • The Dijon mustard, olive oil, and red wine vinegar make a tangy and flavorful dressing that brings all of the ingredients together.