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    Three-Bean Salad

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    A fresh and flavorful bean salad featuring green beans, chickpeas, white kidney beans, and fresh mint, tossed with a red wine vinaigrette.

    Ingredients for Three-Bean Salad

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    Kosher Salt

    tablespoons

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    Green Beans

    0 lb

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    Chickpeas, rinsed and drained

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    White Kidney Beans (cannellini), rinsed and drained

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    Mint, coarsely chopped

    cups

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    Red Wine Vinaigrette

    cups

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    Maldon Salt

    to taste

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    Coarsely Ground Black Pepper

    to taste

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    How to Make Three-Bean Salad

    1. Boil Water and Add Salt

    Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot, adding 2 tablespoons of kosher salt to season the water.

    2. Blanch Green Beans

    Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and blanch them for about 3 minutes until they turn a vibrant green and become slightly tender. Immediately drain the beans in a colander and cool them under running cold water.

    3. Combine Beans and Mint

    After the green beans are well-drained, combine them in a large bowl with the chickpeas and white kidney beans. Add the chopped fresh mint to the bowl.

    4. Add Vinaigrette and Toss

    Pour in half of the red wine vinaigrette and toss everything together gently so that the beans are evenly coated and the mint is well-distributed throughout the salad.

    5. Season and Serve

    Season the salad with Maldon salt and coarsely ground black pepper to taste. Let the salad stand for about an hour to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve with the remaining vinaigrette on the side.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Use Fresh Green Beans

    Opt for fresh green beans, blanch them in salted boiling water until just tender, then shock them in ice water. This enhances texture and color.

    Quality of Ingredients

    Use organic beans, high-quality olive oil, and fresh, aromatic mint to let the simple ingredients shine.

    Balance Your Acids and Oils

    Experiment with the ratio of lemon juice to olive oil, and consider adding a splash of white wine vinegar for complexity.

    Fresh Mint Matters

    Use the freshest mint and consider tearing the leaves to prevent bruising and release oils.

    Season in Layers

    Season the beans after rinsing and before adding other ingredients to ensure every bite is flavorful.


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