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    Kidney Bean and Chickpea Salad

    Published: Aug 16, 2017 / Updated: Sep 2, 2018 / 29 Comments

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    This kidney bean and chickpea salad is ridiculously easy with only 5 ingredients! Healthy, delicious, and ready in under 10 minutes.

    white bowl with kidney bean and chickpea salad

    We've got chickpeas, red kidney beans, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and garlic in here.

    A sprinkling of fresh parlsey is nice but not totally necessary, and salt & pepper... well those don't count in my 5 ingredients 😛

    glass bowl with easy kidney bean and chickpea salad

    I love stupidly easy recipes. I'm also increasingly liking chickpea and bean recipes. I've always liked beans, but I hardly ever branch out from my old classic, tuna, beans, and onions. It's so easy, and so good.

    In fact, it was one of the first recipes I made for this blog. I may update it with new photos and give it some new life at some point!

    close-up of five-ingredient kidney bean and chickpea salad in a bowl

    Lately I've done a corn and chickpea salad, a Mediterranean chickpea salad, a Texas caviar style black bean salad, and now this cold bean salad. These types of salads are my favorite thing to take to work for lunch. Healthy, colorful, protein-packed, and I'm not sidelined by a pasta coma. 😉

    I sometimes type "chickenpeas" by accident. I dunno what's wrong with me. I'm totally paranoid that it'll show up like that one day and I won't catch it.

    glass bowl with kidney bean and chickpea salad

    Annnyway, I love how vibrant the ruby red kidney beans are. It's just such a pretty salad. And so simple.

    Simple food is the best kinda food.

    Will you make this red kidney bean salad?

    This kidney bean and chickpea salad is ridiculously easy with only 5 ingredients! Healthy, delicious, and ready in under 10 minutes. 

    Kidney Bean and Chickpea Salad

    This healthy bean salad is ridiculously easy with only 5 ingredients! Wholesome, delicious, and ready in under 10 minutes. Vegan.
    4.58 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 4
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 (19 fluid ounce) can chickpeas drained & rinsed
    • 1 (19 fluid ounce) can red kidney beans drained & rinsed
    • 1 large clove garlic minced
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
    • Parsley chopped (optional)
    • Salt & pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Add all ingredients to a bowl. Toss and adjust oil/vinegar/salt & pepper to suit your preferences. 
    • Salad will last in the fridge for a few days. 

    Notes

    • Serves 2-4 depending on whether it's more of a main meal or a side.
    Keyword kidney bean and chickpea salad
    Author Natasha Bull

    You may also like my three bean salad recipe.

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    1. Judy says

      December 24, 2022 at 8:59 PM

      2 stars
      I love kidney beans and chickpeas so was so looking forward to tasting this salad. I was very disappointed…it was so bland..I tried adding more garlic, salt and pepper, but still wasn’t working. I tried a little more red wine vinegar , but nothing seemed to help. The salad was left on everyone’s plates.
      Won’t make it again and I am deleting it from my recipes.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        December 25, 2022 at 4:37 PM

        Ouch. It's popular at a restaurant I frequent, and other readers have enjoyed it. Sorry you didn't like it! Merry Christmas.

        Reply
    2. Denise Matula says

      December 24, 2020 at 8:57 PM

      5 stars
      Just like my mothers recipe. I added artichoke hearts to my salad.
      I could not get mine to taste like hers till I found your recipe thank you.
      Merry Christmas...

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        December 24, 2020 at 10:57 PM

        I'm so happy you liked it and it reminds you of your mom's recipe. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Joyce G says

      July 31, 2020 at 8:01 PM

      5 stars
      The Kidney Bean and Chickpea Salad was VERY good! So easy. Good as a side dish. I'm having some for lunch tomorrow. Thank you for the yummy and easy salad! 🙂

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 1, 2020 at 10:08 AM

        You're welcome!! I've actually been meaning to make it for myself... it's been a while since I've had it! So happy you liked it.

        Reply
    4. Diane Brennan says

      August 5, 2019 at 6:58 PM

      When I make this salad I omit the chopped garlic and use garlic-infused olive oil instead of the regular olive oil. I also add chopped red onion, juice from half of a fresh squeezed lemon and cilantro instead of parsley.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 6, 2019 at 8:58 AM

        Sounds delicious, Diane!

        Reply
    5. Johanne Naegele says

      July 17, 2019 at 4:53 PM

      5 stars
      Wow! I just made this and it’s SO GOOD!!! I added an extra clove of garlic because I always do, but otherwise, the recipe is perfect just the way it’s written! This will definitely be in my regular rotation! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 17, 2019 at 5:13 PM

        Wonderful! So glad to hear it. Thanks for letting me know! ❤️

        Reply
    6. Michele @ Bacon Fatte says

      October 24, 2017 at 7:53 PM

      I absolutely love bean salads - especially when they're as simple (and pretty!) as this one!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 24, 2017 at 8:07 PM

        Aw thanks so much, Michele!

        Reply
    7. Denise Baicich says

      September 25, 2017 at 1:33 PM

      I do not have olive oil ,I have canola oil and white vinegar, can i use that?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 25, 2017 at 3:15 PM

        You could try. The taste will be a little different, but it should be fine. Thanks, Denise! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Matt Robinson says

      August 18, 2017 at 11:31 AM

      Exactly what I'm craving today!

      Reply
    9. Lindsay | With Salt and Pepper says

      August 17, 2017 at 4:51 PM

      This is totally my jam!!! Easy, delicious, and a totally healthy option to take for lunch. Love it!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 17, 2017 at 4:52 PM

        Thanks!!!

        Reply
    10. Robert Erman says

      August 17, 2017 at 9:06 AM

      5 stars
      So simple .. I like a salad.. Because i think its very healty, good article i like this ...!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 17, 2017 at 10:31 AM

        Thanks!!

        Reply
    11. Sarah | Broma Bakery says

      August 17, 2017 at 8:07 AM

      Omg I am SUCH a legume lover. This is right up my alley!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 17, 2017 at 8:14 AM

        Thanks, Sarah!!

        Reply
    12. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

      August 16, 2017 at 8:34 PM

      Gorgeous salad!!! love love love a good bean salad!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 16, 2017 at 8:56 PM

        Thank you!! 💕

        Reply
    13. Jessica Randhawa says

      August 16, 2017 at 1:43 PM

      5 stars
      Totally bookmarking this recipe! It looks fantastic and perfect for entertaining!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 16, 2017 at 2:11 PM

        Aw thanks, Jessica!!

        Reply
    14. Jennifer Farley says

      August 16, 2017 at 11:14 AM

      5 stars
      What a simple, hearty salad! I love this.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 16, 2017 at 2:11 PM

        Thanks so much!!

        Reply
    15. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      August 16, 2017 at 10:48 AM

      How easy is this Natasha?! Looks so pretty too!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 16, 2017 at 10:50 AM

        Thank you!! I love the colors too. 🙂

        Reply

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