Thelma'S Bean Salad

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: American

A vibrant and hearty bean salad featuring fresh vegetables and kidney beans, perfect for a light lunch or picnic, offering crisp textures and creamy dressing.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large head iceberg lettuce
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 2 cucumbers
  • 1 medium Vidalia onion
  • 1 medium green pepper
  • 2 (15 oz.) cans red kidney beans, drained
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing

Instructions

  1. Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
  2. Chop the tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and green pepper; add to the lettuce.
  3. Drain the red kidney beans and add them to the vegetable mixture.
  4. Stir in mayonnaise or salad dressing until well combined.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

216 kcal 11% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.9g 6% DV
Total Fat 19.6g 25% DV
Carbs 8.4g 3% DV
Fiber 3.1g 11% DV
Sugar 1.8g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 197.5mg 9% DV
Potassium 224mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 25mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 28.1mg 31% DV
Calcium 21.5mg 2% DV
Iron 1mg 6% DV
Diet fit Keto-friendly Under 400 cal
Contains Egg

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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