Tangy Avocado Three-Bean Salad

This California Avocado Three-Bean Salad is a super salad that’s crisp, tangy and fresh and will be a hit for any gathering.


SERVINGS

4

PREP TIME

15 min

COOK TIME

N/A

Ingredients

  • 1
    (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1
    (15 oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1
    (15 oz.) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2
    ripe California Avocados, seeded, peeled and cubed
  • 1 1/2
    cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1
    cup chopped cucumber
  • 1/2
    cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4
    cup chopped mint leaves
  • 1
    lemon, juiced
  • 2
    limes, juiced
  • 1/4
    cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1
    large clove garlic, finely minced or pressed
  • 3/4
    teaspoon salt
  • 1/2
    teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4
    teaspoon ground sumac or Za'atar

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine the garbanzo beans, black beans, cannellini beans, avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and mint. Toss briefly to combine, then set aside.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice and lime juice, then add the olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper and sumac.

  3. 3

    Whisk until blended, then pour the dressing onto the salad and toss well to combine. Taste for citrus and salt and add more if needed.

Tip: Allow the flavors to meld by covering and refrigerating the salad for at least 30 minutes or up to four hours before serving.


Recipe provided by California Avocado Commission