Viral Bean Salad Combinations!

4 Viral Bean Salad Combos That Are Bursting with Nutrition (and Flavor!)

Move over limp lettuce, dense bean salads are taking over, and for good reason. These hearty, colourful bowls are more than just a trend, they’re a nutritional powerhouse packed with plant-based protein, gut-loving fiber, and essential micronutrients like magnesium, folate, potassium, and iron.

Not only do these salads support blood sugar balance, digestion, and heart health, they also leave you fuller for longer because of that mighty little bean! They’re easy to prep, versatile, and stay fresh for days in the fridge. Whether you’re eating plant-based or just looking to get more whole foods on your plate, bean salads are the unsung heroes of your weekly meal prep.

Here are 4 drool-worthy versions to try, each with its own flavor profile, texture, and nutrient boost.

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🌿 Mediterranean Market Bean Salad (this is similar to the one I have made below!)

Bright, briny, and loaded with anti-inflammatory ingredients.
Ingredients:

  • Chickpeas

  • Cannellini beans

  • Cherry tomatoes

  • Cucumber

  • Kalamata olives

  • Red onion

  • Parsley

  • Crumbled feta

  • Lemon juice & olive oil

  • Oregano & black pepper

🌶️ Southwest Crunch Bean Bowl

Spicy, zesty, and bursting with color and crunch.
Ingredients:

  • Black beans

  • Pinto beans

  • Corn (fresh or grilled)

  • Red bell pepper

  • Diced avocado

  • Green onions

  • Cilantro

  • Jalapeño (optional)

  • Lime juice & olive oil

  • Smoked paprika & cumin

🥬 Asian-Inspired Umami Bean Salad

Savory, tangy, and rich in antioxidants and fiber.
Ingredients:

  • Edamame (shelled)

  • Kidney beans

  • Shredded red cabbage

  • Carrots (julienned or shredded)

  • Green onion

  • Cilantro

  • Toasted sesame seeds

  • Rice vinegar, sesame oil & tamari

  • Grated ginger & garlic

🍋 Lemony Herb Bean Salad

Fresh, cleansing, and perfect for spring or summer reset meals.
Ingredients:

  • Lentils (French green or black)

  • Navy beans

  • Celery

  • Zucchini ribbons

  • Chopped spinach

  • Mint & parsley

  • Capers

  • Lemon zest & juice

  • Extra virgin olive oil

  • Sea salt & cracked pepper

These aren’t your grandma’s bean salads, they’re Instagram-worthy, nutrient-dense bowls of deliciousness. Mix and match, batch-prep, or toss one together for a satisfying meatless lunch that actually fills you up.

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Viral Dense Bean Salad

This is my own combination of many salads that I've seen!

Course lunch, Salad
Keyword bean salad, dense bean salad, mixed bean salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 can mixed beans, drained and rinsed Mixed beans are a super way to add diversity to this dish. Great for your gut microbiome!
  • 1/2 english cucumber, diced
  • 1 red, yellow or orange pepper, diced
  • 1 shallot, diced
  • 1/3 cup olives, halved I used garlic stuffed green olives, but any will do!
  • 3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley Italian parsley

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp grainy dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Chop up your ingredients and add everything to a bowl.

  2. Whisk or blitz together all of the dressing ingredients and pour over salad. Mix well and serve. Goes well with chicken or salmon.

  3. Store leftovers in the fridge 1-2 days.

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