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Our foolproof formula for winning weeknight meals: make fish, chicken, pork, or beef sous vide, and while your meat gently cooks to perfection, you can whip up a vegetable purée and a simple salad. The whole thing adds up to a no-fuss, family-friendly meal that’s healthy, wholesome, and utterly satisfying. One of our favorite salads to work into the mix: this kidney bean concoction. Bright, with lots of great textures and sharp, clear flavors, this is a side dish we turn to all the time. Don’t feel funny about using canned beans; the fresh parsley and onion work overtime to make the whole shebang feel fresh and super special. Then again, if you prefer to use fresh beans, you can totally do that too. Just cook ahead of time as you usually would, then chill in the fridge before serving. Whichever way you go, we think this salad is bound to become a stress-free staple you will return to on the weekly.