Lunch Box Bean Salad

/ Kristen Yarker Nutrition/
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You asked me for more bean recipes. Here’s a delicious packed lunch that’s great for both kids and adults. Even better, it’s vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free. Enjoy!

Substitute different fruits, vegetables, beans, and crackers to fit your preferences.

Lunch Box Bean Salad Ingredients

  • One can of mixed beans drained and rinsed (butter beans, cannellini beans, chickpeas, and red kidney beans)

  • 1 cup frozen edamame in the shell

  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • ½ tablespoon olive oil

  • ½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar

  • Salt and pepper to taste

 

Lunch Box Bean Salad Directions

  1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil and cook the edamame from frozen for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Peel and set the beans aside for the salad.

  2. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix.

Photo credits: Amazing student volunteer Olivia. In the lunch box pictured we have:

  • Mixed Bean Salad

  • Fruit (cut into fun shapes)

  • Veggies

  • Whole Grain Crackers

  • Mixed Seeds

For another delicious bean recipe, check out Black-Eyed Peas with Kale and Sweet Potato

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