Ingredients

  • 1 c. fresh green beans (steam for 10-15 minutes; or 1 can whole green beans)
  • 1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans
  • 1 (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans
  • 1/2 c. balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 c. water
  • 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. ground white pepper
  • 1 c. red onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 large tomato, sliced into wedges
  • 1 Tbsp. dried basil (or 3 Tbsp. fresh)
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme (or 3 tsp. fresh)

Method

  • In colander, combine kidney beans and garbanzo beans; rinse and drain.
  • Add drained green beans.
  • In large bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, water, mustard, oil, sugar, salt, pepper, onion, garlic, basil, thyme and tomato.
  • Add beans, tossing gently to coat.
  • Cover and marinate in refrigerator at least 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve with a slotted spoon.
  • Serves 4 to 6.