Variations
Because this recipe has been around for a long time, it has naturally evolved over the years. Here are some of the most common variations to make it all your own.
- Add 1 cup of chopped cooked carrots
- Add 3–4 sliced green onions
- Add a jar of chopped pimentos (drained)
- Substitute canned asparagus for one of the beans
- Substitute canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas) for one of the beans
- Add ½ teaspoon of paprika to the dressing
More Summery Side Dishes
Three Bean Salad is great for a potluck or cookout. Here are a few more sides to round out your meal!
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