Sweet and Sour Kidney Bean Salad

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This is the perfect go-to dish for potlucks. It’s so quick and easy to make, and actually better made ahead, because it does need a few hours to chill. It has a good balance of sweet to tart, and is a good side dish for most entrees.

By Pat Bernitt
Published on November 30, 2023
bright yellow bowl of red kidney bean salad with sliced celery and red onion on a wooden table
Prep Time:
10 mins
Chill Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 10 mins
Servings:
5
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Ingredients

  • 2 (15.5-ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed

  • 1/2 cup diagonally-sliced celery

  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped red onion

  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 3 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Combine kidney beans, celery, and red onion in a large bowl.

  2. Whisk thoroughly red wine vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over bean mixture, and stir until well combined.

  3. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

333 Calories
10g Fat
48g Carbs
14g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 333
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 628mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 48g 17%
Dietary Fiber 10g 36%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 14g 29%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 111mg 9%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 558mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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