PROVENCAL BEAN SALAD

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Lightly coated in reduced-fat tarragon mayonnaise, this refreshing three-bean salad perks up summer meals. Every bite bursts with flavor. -Suzanne Banfield, Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
3/4 pound fresh wax beans, trimmed
1 pound grape tomatoes, halved
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add green and wax beans; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry., Place the beans, tomatoes, kidney beans and olives in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

madison Mattison
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This salad is a great summer side dish. It's light and refreshing, and it pairs well with grilled meats and fish.


Mickey Enroll
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I love the addition of the feta cheese. It adds a nice salty flavor to the salad.


Samina Mehmood
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables.


Shawn Hall
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I'm not a huge fan of beans, but I loved this salad. The dressing is so flavorful, it really brings the whole dish together.


Milagros Ramirez
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day.


Khan G Khan G hiro
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Candice Gray
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers.


Nadal Hilaire
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, and it's so delicious.


Ayesha Mazhar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover beans. I had some canned chickpeas and black beans in my pantry, and this recipe was the perfect way to use them up.


Anthony Fida
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with protein and fiber, and the dressing is light and flavorful.


Taif BD
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This is my new favorite summer salad. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love the combination of beans, vegetables, and herbs.


Ananda Khan
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The flavors are so fresh and summery.


Yvette Chips ahoy
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This salad was easy to make and so delicious. I used canned beans to save time, and it still turned out great. The dressing is what really makes this dish special.


Muhammad adeed
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I'm not usually a fan of bean salads, but this one was really good. The beans were tender and flavorful, and the dressing was perfectly balanced. I especially liked the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts.


Alii Razaa
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This Provencal bean salad was a hit at my last potluck! I loved the vibrant colors and fresh flavors. The dressing was light and tangy, and the beans were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.