Calling all bean lovers! This delightful 7-bean salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that's perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a light and healthy meal. With its colorful combination of seven different beans, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Discover the perfect harmony of textures and flavors in this recipe, along with variations for a creamy avocado dressing, a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette, and a smoky chipotle-lime dressing. Get ready to elevate your salad game with this irresistible 7-bean salad extravaganza!
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BEST BEAN SALAD
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
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
TANGY BAKED SEVEN BEANS
Everyone needs a go-to side dish for school events, picnics and potlucks. Here's mine. Freeze leftovers for future outings. -Rod Lundwall, Tooele, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h30m
Yield 18 servings (3/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In an ovenproof Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Cook and stir onion, yellow pepper, red pepper, garlic, chipotle pepper and pepper in bacon drippings until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat., Add beans and cooked bacon to Dutch oven; stir in barbecue sauce, vinegar and, if desired, liquid smoke., Bake, covered, 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until heated through. Freeze option: Freeze cooled beans in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 1126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
7 BEAN SALAD
Steps:
- Saute Spicy sausage, onions and bell pepper in a skillet and season to taste. Stir in bottle of chili sauce, 1/4 cup of mustard and 1/2 cusp of brown sugar and cook on low heat for about 3 mins. Stir in 2 Cans of Pork & Beans, 2 cans of chili beans, kidney and green beans. Transfer all contents to a cassarole dish. Add 4-5 bacon strips o top of contents, cover with foil and bake for 1 hour 25 min. Then remove foil and bake for 25 min. uncovered.
Tips:
- Use canned beans to save time. If you use dried beans, soak them overnight and cook them according to package directions.
- Rinse the beans before using them to remove any excess starch or salt.
- Use a variety of beans in your salad for a more flavorful and colorful dish.
- Add other vegetables to your salad for extra nutrition and crunch. Some good options include corn, bell pepper, cucumber, and onion.
- Use a simple dressing made with olive oil, vinegar, and herbs. You can also add a bit of Dijon mustard or honey for a sweeter flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
7-bean salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad to make, give this recipe a try.*/
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