OVERNIGHT VEGETABLE BEAN SALAD

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Frozen mixed vegetables and canned kidney beans blend beautifully in this fresh-tasting salad that's tossed in a zippy sweet-sour dressing. Shirley Doyle of Mt. Prospect, Illinois shared this make-ahead dish that's sure to please at your next picnic or potluck.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Place mixed vegetables in a steamer basket over 1 in. of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the kidney beans, celery, green pepper and onion; mix well., In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, salt and pepper. Stir in the vinegar and mustard until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 475mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Arham Ansari
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Jaiden Bulze
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic. It's easy to make and transport.


Titoabohana Hana
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I was skeptical about this recipe, but it turned out really well. The salad is light and refreshing.


Phone Care
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This salad is a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables. My kids loved it!


Mong Marma
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I've never made a salad like this before, but it was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Md Anwarul Islam
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I'm not a big fan of salads, but this one is really good. The dressing is especially tasty.


Colleen
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This salad is delicious and healthy. I love that it's made with fresh vegetables and beans.


Joshim Ahmed
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's definitely a keeper.


Geary Amarion
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of vegetables and beans. It's a great side dish or even a main course.


ABDO otaku
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I was looking for a healthy and easy salad recipe and this one fit the bill perfectly. The salad was delicious and I felt good about eating it.


Kashaf Gull
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This salad was a great way to use up some leftover vegetables. It was simple to make and really tasty. I'll definitely be making it again.


Jiban Poudel
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a hit! The combination of vegetables and beans is so satisfying and the dressing is delicious. I love that it's a no-cook recipe, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.