Three Bean Salad Recipe
Description Three Bean Salad is a definitive summer picnic food.  This recipe has become so popular, it is an essential side dish for our family gatherings.  It is a breeze to construct, transportable and an easy make-ahead dish that can keep in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredient
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1 15 ounce can of Green Beans
1 15 ounce can Wax Beans
1 15 ounce can Kidney Beans
1 Medium White Onion
1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
1/2 cup Cider Vinegar
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Methods/steps
Drain all bean in a colander and rinse and drain well.  Thinly slice the onion and set aside.  Combine remaining ingredients in a large mixing bowl.  Add beans and onion and stir to coat.  Cover and allow to marinate in the refrigerator overnight.  For best flavor prepare 3 to 4 days in advance.
Additional Tips
To make an Italian version of this classic, try substituting the green and wax beans for cannellini and garbanzo beans.
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