Best Travelling Bean Salad Recipes

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EASY MEDITERRANEAN BEAN SALAD



Easy Mediterranean Bean Salad image

Easy three bean salad recipe packed with Mediterranean flavors from fresh herbs, capers, and a zesty Dijon garlic vinaigrette. Instead of mushy canned green beans, use fresh steamed ones, or swap them out for another type of bean. I chose to use cannellini beans! After dressing the bean salad, allow it to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, so that the beans can absorb the zippy dressing.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 15 oz can kidney beans, (drained and rinsed)
1 15- oz can cannellini beans, (drained and rinsed)
1 15- oz can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), (drained and rinsed)
1 green bell pepper, (cored and chopped)
1 red bell pepper, (cored and chopped)
1/2 English cucumber, (diced)
1 cup chopped red onions
1 1/2 tbsp capers, (drained)
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
10-15 fresh mint leaves, (torn or gently chopped)
10-15 fresh basil leaves, (torn or gently chopped)
1-2 garlic cloves (minced)
1/2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp sugar
1/4 cup Early Harvest extra virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the beans, chopped peppers, onions, capers and fresh herbs. Mix using a wooden spoon.
  • In a small bowl, add the vinaigrette ingredients. Whisk vigorously to combine.
  • Add the vinaigrette to the salad bowl. Toss to coat.
  • For best results, cover and refrigerate for a bit before serving so that beans soak up the vinaigrette flavors. Give the salad another quick toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.1 kcal, Sodium 482 mg, Fat 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 9.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TRAVELLING BEAN SALAD



Travelling Bean Salad image

Originally from :Eat, Shrink & Be Merry! Great-Tasting Food That Won't Go from Your Lips to Your Hips! And I found it at http://applevalleygirl.blogspot.com/2010/08/camping-cuisine-part-5-eat-your-veggies_12.html From Angie: Note: You are only using half a can of beans for the above beans. I tossed the leftover beans into a ziploc bag & placed in the freezer.

Provided by McGelby

Categories     Camping

Time 20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups green beans
1 cup canned chick-peas, drained and rinsed
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (8 ounce) can whole kernel corn or 1 (8 ounce) can mini corn
1 cup diced red onion
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/2 cup light olive oil
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Steam green beans to just bright green.
  • Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Mix well.
  • Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and pour over salad ingredients.
  • Stir gently.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 251.6, Carbohydrate 25.5, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 5, Protein 5.8

COLORFUL TUSCAN BEAN SALAD



Colorful Tuscan Bean Salad image

Enjoy this colorful and refreshing Tuscan Bean Salad suggested by Cori Rothe from Livermore, California. It's a "can't-miss" side dish that's jam-packed with juicy veggies, wonderful flavor and easy convenience.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, undrained
1 cup roasted sweet red peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
3/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until serving. Stir in basil. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 601mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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