CLASSIC FIVE-BEAN SALAD
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
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.
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[email protected]This salad is simply delicious. I highly recommend it!
Timothy Osakpolor
[email protected]This salad is a great way to save money. Beans are a very affordable protein source.
Waleed Munir
[email protected]I love this salad because it's so healthy. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins.
Abednic Yoko
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and then serve it for lunch the next day.
Deepak Kunwar
[email protected]I'm not usually a big fan of bean salads, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the beans are cooked perfectly.
Basit Bilal
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing, and they always ask for seconds.
Martin Nwokobia
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in a bowl and mixed them together. It's that simple!
Faizan Tariq
[email protected]I love the dressing for this salad. It's tangy and flavorful, and it really brings out the flavors of the beans and vegetables.
Saja Hassan
[email protected]This is a great salad for summer. It's light and refreshing, and it's perfect for picnics and barbecues.
Hania Amir
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover beans. I always have a few cans of beans in my pantry, so it's easy to whip up this salad when I need a quick and healthy meal.
Nuwampiire Wiston
[email protected]I love this salad because it's so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients depending on what I have on hand.
Rk Ripon 1.0
[email protected]This is my new favorite salad! It's so flavorful and refreshing, and it's packed with protein and fiber.
Aqib Siraj
[email protected]I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.
Eunice
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of beans, vegetables, and dressing.