Best 7 5 Bean Salad Recipes

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In the realm of delightful summer salads, the 5-Bean Salad reigns supreme, captivating taste buds with its vibrant colors, diverse textures, and refreshing flavors. This delectable dish is a symphony of wholesome ingredients, featuring five varieties of beans, each contributing unique nutritional benefits and a symphony of flavors. From the plump and hearty kidney beans to the earthy black beans, the nutty chickpeas, the sweet and delicate navy beans, and the vibrant green lima beans, this salad is a nutritional powerhouse. Tossed with a medley of crisp vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a tangy dressing, this salad is a symphony of freshness and flavor, perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a delightful side dish.

**Recipes included in the article:**

1. **Classic 5-Bean Salad**: A timeless recipe that showcases the simplicity and deliciousness of the classic bean salad. With its combination of five beans, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser.

2. **Mediterranean 5-Bean Salad**: Embark on a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with this flavorful twist on the classic bean salad. Featuring a blend of sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing, this recipe brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table.

3. **Southwestern 5-Bean Salad**: Spice up your taste buds with this Tex-Mex inspired bean salad. Featuring a combination of black beans, corn, bell peppers, and a spicy chili-lime dressing, this recipe is a fiesta of flavors that will transport you to the vibrant streets of the Southwest.

4. **Asian 5-Bean Salad**: Discover the harmonious flavors of Asia in this exotic bean salad. With its blend of edamame, mung beans, shredded carrots, and a sweet and tangy dressing, this recipe is a delightful fusion of Eastern flavors.

5. **Greek 5-Bean Salad**: Immerse yourself in the culinary delights of Greece with this refreshing and flavorful bean salad. Featuring a combination of white beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a tangy dressing infused with Greek herbs, this recipe will transport you to the sunny shores of the Mediterranean.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FIVE BEAN SALAD



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I am the third generation using this wonderful recipe. It is soooo simple and delicious. Its not overly oily like most are. Overnight chilling time not included in preparation time.

Provided by carlanna livingstone

Categories     Beans

Time 20m

Yield 1 salad, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (15 ounce) can green beans
1 (15 ounce) can wax beans
1 (15 ounce) can lima beans
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
1 onion, chopped (I add the next day about an hour before serving, other wise it seems too strong)
1 green pepper, chopped (my grandmother's recipe calls for this but we never put it in as we don't care for it)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 -2 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Drain all the beans and combine in a large bowl.
  • Heat (but do not boil) (I do it in the microwave for about 1 minute) vegetable oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, dry mustard, and celery seed.
  • Mix with bean mix and let stand overnight.
  • Add onion/pepper about an hour before serving.

FIVE-BEAN SALAD



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In Ottawa, Illinois, Jeanette Simec combines five kinds of beans with an oil-and-vinegar dressing in this colorful classic that's great to take to picnics or potluck, "Everyone loves the variety of beans in this simple salad," she writes. "My husband, Chuck, just can't get enough of it."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut wax beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (9 ounces) frozen cut green beans, thawed
2 small onions, chopped
1 cup white vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the vinegar, sugar, oil, salt and pepper. Pour over bean mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FIVE BEAN SALAD WITH CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 28m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Water, as needed
Kosher salt
3/4 pound green beans, trimmed and halved
3/4 pound yellow wax beans, trimmed and halved
1 (14-ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14-ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
1 (14-ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
1 bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram or oregano leaves, optional
Champagne Vinaigrette, recipe follows
Freshly cracked black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 to 3 dashes hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium heat. Sprinkle with a generous pinch of salt and add in the fresh green beans. Cook until the beans are just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain and shock the beans in ice water to halt the cooking process. Strain the beans once more and set them aside.
  • Put the fresh and canned beans, scallions, bell pepper, Italian parsley, marjoram, if using, and Champagne Vinaigrette into a large serving bowl, and toss everything together to combine. Season the salad, to taste, with salt and black pepper. Serve and enjoy.
  • Mix together the garlic, mustard, vinegar, lemon juice, honey, hot sauce, salt and black pepper in a large bowl. Whisk in the olive oil in a slow continuous stream until the dressing has emulsified. Alternatively, you can add the ingredients to food processor or blender and puree until smooth.

BEST BEAN SALAD



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I'd turned my nose up at this for years, but suddenly I can't get enough of it. Thanks, Momma D!

Provided by chemjo

Categories     Salad     Beans     Three Bean Salad Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (14.5 ounce) can green beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can wax beans, drained
1 (15.5 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can black beans, drained
½ cup chopped green pepper
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup salad oil
½ cup vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Combine the green beans, wax beans, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, green pepper, onion, and celery in a large bowl; toss to mix.
  • Whisk together the oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar in a separate bowl until the sugar is dissolved; pour over the bean mixture. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 412.1 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

5-BEAN SALAD



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I LOVE three bean salad - so it only gets better with two more types of beans. This makes a big batch of salad! Great for eating all week long. Low in calories, fat and sugar.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 4h10m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

15 ounces butter beans
15 ounces kidney beans
15 ounces garbanzo beans
16 ounces green beans
16 ounces wax beans
1 small red onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup oil
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain beans in a colander. Transfer to a large bowl with lid.
  • Stir onion and bell pepper into beans.
  • Dissolve sugar in water for 1 minute in microwave safe measuring cup.
  • Whisk in remaining ingredients until combined.
  • Pour over beans and toss to coat evenly.
  • Allow to marinate 4 or more hours.

CLASSIC FIVE-BEAN SALAD



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Different kinds of beans cook at different rates, so it's best to prepare them in separate pans (working in batches if necessary). The salad can be made with just a few types instead of all five, as long as the total amount of dried beans still measures 2 1/2 cups.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 5h

Yield Makes 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup each of five kinds of dried beans, such as cranberry, navy, giant white, cannellini, and kidney
5 small dried bay leaves
1 medium carrot, cut crosswise into 5 pieces
1 celery stalk, cut crosswise into 5 pieces
Coarse salt
12 ounces haricots verts, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 cup fresh cilantro
2 cups very small tomatoes or halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Make the salad: Coverbeans with water in separatesaucepans, and bring to aboil. Remove from heat, andlet stand for 1 hour.
  • Drain, and return beans totheir saucepans. Add a bay leaf,a piece of carrot, and a pieceof celery to each pan, and coverwith water by 2 inches.
  • Bring to a boil. Skim foam.Add 1/2 teaspoon salt to eachsaucepan. Reduce heat, and simmer vigorously until beans aretender, 30 minutes to 1 1/2 hours,depending on size and age ofbeans. Drain, and let cool.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large potof water to a boil. Add haricotsverts and 1 tablespoon salt.Cook until tender and brightgreen, about 3 minutes. Drain,and run under cold waterto stop the cooking process.
  • Make the dressing: Whisktogether vinegar and mustard.Gradually whisk in oil. Seasonwith salt and pepper.
  • Mix the salad: Combine beanswith haricots verts, herbs, andtomatoes. Drizzle with dressing,and toss to coat. Let stand for30 minutes.

MEDITERRANEAN-INSPIRED 5-BEAN SALAD



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Make this your own with the beans you particularly love. This is about as healthy as it gets.

Provided by Susan

Categories     Salad     Beans

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can green beans
1 (15 ounce) can wax beans
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans
3 stalks celery, chopped
½ medium red onion, chopped
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
¼ cup sliced green olives
¼ cup sliced black olives
¼ cup dried parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
⅔ cup Greek salad dressing
1 tablespoon honey, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Drain all beans and transfer to a large bowl. Add celery, onion, bell peppers, olives, parsley, and rosemary.
  • Mix Greek salad dressing and 1 tablespoon honey together. Taste and continue to add more honey as desired. Pour on salad and mix until evenly distributed. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 635 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh beans, vegetables, and herbs will give your salad the best flavor.
  • Choose a variety of beans: Using a variety of beans will give your salad different flavors and textures.
  • Cook the beans properly: Be sure to cook the beans until they are tender but not mushy.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A light vinaigrette dressing is all you need to enhance the flavors of the beans and vegetables.
  • Let the salad rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

5-bean salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a 5-bean salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give 5-bean salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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