Best 5 Bean And Vegetable Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Bean and Vegetable Salad, a vibrant medley of fresh, crunchy vegetables and hearty beans, all tossed in a zesty dressing. This versatile dish serves as a perfect side or a light main course, catering to vegan, vegetarian, and flexitarian diets. Explore variations of this salad, including a classic Three Bean Salad with a tangy vinaigrette, a hearty Chickpea and Roasted Vegetable Salad bursting with Mediterranean flavors, and a refreshing Cucumber and Bean Salad with a hint of mint. Each recipe offers a unique flavor profile, ensuring there's a perfect salad for every palate. Let's dive into the culinary journey and discover the secrets behind these irresistible creations.

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BEAN AND VEGETABLE SALAD



Bean and Vegetable Salad image

"This medley of beans won the enthusiastic approval of my husband, who says he'll eat low-fat, low-cholesterol food only if ti tastes really good," relates Bonnie McKinsey from Greenville, South Carolina. "The peas and corn add crunch and color."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, drained
1-1/2 cups frozen peas
1-1/2 cups frozen corn
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, garlic, salt and pepper until blended. Pour over bean mixture; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MARINATED VEGETABLE AND BEAN SALAD



Marinated Vegetable and Bean Salad image

This recipe was inpired by a salad dressing recipe that I made for 1-2-3 Hits Tag, recipe #372633 - I tagged the dressing, but had no lettuce, so I came up with a salad to go with it. It turned out fantastic, so I'm posting it here. Cook time does not include overnight marinade time. Yes, it makes alot, but it's easily scaled down. Note that for easier measuring, 4 tbsp = 1/4 cup.

Provided by Katzen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 12 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 stalks celery, chopped
6 carrots, chopped
2 stalks broccoli, chopped
3 bell peppers, chopped (I used yellow, red, and green)
1 head cauliflower, chpped
1 red onion, chopped
1 (19 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (sub any other beans)
4 tablespoons chives, chopped
13 tablespoons olive oil
9 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Combine veggies and beans in large, sealable, container.
  • Blend chives, oil, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt and pepper with immersion blender, or whisk together well.
  • Add dressing to veggies, seal container, shake well, and allow to marinate overnight. Shake the container whenever you open the fridge to distribute the marinade.

GRILLED VEGETABLE AND WHITE BEAN SALAD



Grilled Vegetable and White Bean Salad image

This came from the BBC's tv program Economy Gastronomy. They served this as part of a whole meal as a side dish with roast lamb. We made the whole meal, too, but the salad was the best part! This could be a main dish for a veggie meal.

Provided by SolightlyUK

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 red peppers, cut in half horizontally, seeds removed, each half cut into thick rings
2 yellow peppers, cut in half horizontally, seeds removed, each half cut into thick rings
1 red onion, peeled, sliced into thick rings
3 courgettes, sliced diagonally into half-inch slices
2 large mushrooms, cut into thick slices
1 (400 g) can butter beans, drained, rinsed
20 cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 bunch fresh basil leaf, torn
1 large handful fresh rocket
100 g feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Heat a griddle pan over a medium to high heat. Drizzle over the one T olive oil.
  • Cook the peppers for 4 - 5 minutes, turning once, or until golden brown griddle marks appear on each side, then remove from the pan to a dish that can be kept warm and set aside.
  • Add the onion rings to the pan the peppers were cooked in and cook for 3 - 4 minutes, turning once, or until golden brown griddle marks appear on each side, then remove from the pan add to the peppers and keep warm.
  • Add the courgette slices to the pan the onion was cooked in and cook for 3 - 4 minutes, turning once, or until golden brown griddle marks appear on each side, then remove from the pan add to the onions & peppers and keep warm.
  • Add the mushrooms to the pan the courgettes were cooked in and cook for 3 - 4 minutes, turning once, or until golden brown griddle marks appear on each side, then remove from the pan add to the other veggies and keep warm.
  • Add the griddled vegetables to a large serving bowl. Add the beans, tomatoes, basil leaves, rocket leaves and feta cheese and mix well to combine.
  • Drizzle over the extra virgin olive oil and the balsamic vinegar, to taste. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.3, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 22.2, Sodium 554.5, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 9.7, Protein 12.3

BEAN-THREAD NOODLE AND VEGETABLE SALAD



Bean-Thread Noodle and Vegetable Salad image

Categories     Salad     Mushroom     Pasta     Vegetable     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 20

For dressing
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons Sherry
1 tablespoon distilled vinegar
1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil
1 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 pound bean-thread (cellophane) noodles
1 1/2 pounds Napa cabbage (about 1/2 medium head)
1/4 pound snow peas, trimmed
1 large red bell pepper
2 cups finely shredded carrot (about 3)
4 scallions, sliced thin
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted golden

Steps:

  • Make dressing:
  • In a small saucepan stir together all dressing ingredients except sesame oil until cornstarch is dissolved. Bring dressing to a boil, stirring, and simmer, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Cool dressing completely and stir in sesame oil. Dressing may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered.
  • Discard mushroom stems and cut caps into thin slices. In a large non-stick skillet heat vegetable oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté mushrooms, stirring frequently, until just tender, about 5 minutes. On a platter chill mushrooms in one layer 15 minutes, or until cool.
  • In a saucepan bring 6 cups water to a boil and remove pan from heat. Stir in noodles and soak 15 minutes. Drain noodles well in a colander and with scissors cut into 6-inch lengths.
  • While noodles are soaking, cut cabbage crosswise into fine shreds and snow peas diagonally into slivers. Cut bell pepper into julienne strips.
  • In a large bowl toss together noodles, mushrooms, bell peppers, carrots, scallions, and dressing. Serve salad sprinkled with sesame seeds.

MOO SHU STYLE VEGETABLE PANCAKES WITH WATERCRESS SALAD AND MUNG BEAN SPROUTS



Moo Shu Style Vegetable Pancakes with Watercress Salad and Mung Bean Sprouts image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tablespoon black sesame seeds
2 tablespoons chives, chopped finely
1 tablespoon toasted orange rind
Pinch of salt
1/2 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 head of broccoli
1 1/2 cups bean sprouts
2 oranges, sectioned
1/4 cup chopped cashews
1 carrot, finely julienned
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
2 bunches watercress, stems removed
1 cup mung bean sprouts
1/2 cup garlic sprouts (optional)
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 tablespoon canola oil
Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Beat the eggs and add the milk, water and oil. Whisk in flour and strain through a fine mesh sieve. Add remaining ingredients and refrigerate for at least 1/2 hour.
  • Separate the broccoli into florets. Heat both oils together over a high heat and char the broccoli for approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, ensuring that the hoisin sauce is the last, and stir fry for 30 seconds. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Coat a nonstick 12 inch skillet with vegetable oil and put over a low flame. Ladle 1 ounce of crepe batter into skillet and tilt to spread to the edges of the pan. When surface is dry, remove the crepe and repeat this process to make 8 crepes.
  • Fill the crepes and roll them. Brown the crepes in a nonstick skillet, on all sides, adding a few drops of canola oil as necessary.
  • Toss salad ingredients together. Arrange 2 crepes on each plate and top with salad.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans and vegetables to add color, texture, and flavor to your salad. Beans such as black beans, chickpeas, and kidney beans are all good choices for salads. Chopped tomatoes, cucumber, celery, and carrots are also great additions.
  • Use fresh herbs to add flavor. Parsley, cilantro, and basil are all great choices. You can also add dried herbs such as oregano, thyme, or rosemary.
  • Use a light vinaigrette dressing. A simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper is a great way to dress your salad without overpowering the flavors of the beans and vegetables.
  • Add some protein to your salad. Grilled chicken, fish, or tofu are all great ways to add protein and make your salad a more complete meal.
  • Serve your salad immediately or chill it for later. Bean and vegetable salads are best served fresh, but they can also be chilled for later. If you are chilling your salad, be sure to let it come to room temperature before serving.

Conclusion:

Bean and vegetable salads are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy your favorite beans and vegetables. They are also a great way to get your daily dose of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. With so many different variations to choose from, you are sure to find a bean and vegetable salad that you will love.

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