Detox Bean Salad

813277's Note:

I created this high protein salad to munch on for snacks, esp keeps me full before bed. As a figure competitor, I am required to eat clean and detox frequently, and this salad helps keep me feeling satisfied while eating reduced calories. I make a big batch and store it in the fridge to scoop out easily for lunches on the run.

• Total Time: 10 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 (8 ounce) can black beans
• 1 (8 ounce) can white beans
• 1 (8 ounce) can chickpeas
• ½ cup tomato , diced
• ½ cup red onion , chopped
• ½ cup shallot , diced
• 1 bell pepper , chopped
• ½ cucumber , chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• ½ lemon (juice of)

(optional)

• 1 (8 ounce) can red kidney beans

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Toss with olive oil and lemon juice.
3. Add fresh spices if you wish. (I suggest parsley and cumin).
4. Note: balsamic vinegar may be substituted for lemon juice.

Reviews

[teghian]

Delicious and filling. I sometimes use extra black beans and rub the bowl with a cut clove of garlic. A raw clove of garlic would overpower this dish. I use 1/2 lemon juice when I have it and 1/2 vinegar, apple cider vinegar or balsamic. I always add salt to taste.

I don't know what's detoxifying about beans because I know little about the subject but this is a very tasty salad.