Best 3 Summer Bean Salad Ii Recipes
Are you craving a refreshing and healthy summer salad that's packed with flavor and nutrients? Look no further than this Summer Bean Salad II. This vibrant salad features a delightful combination of fresh summer beans, crisp vegetables, herbs, and a tangy dressing that will tantalize your taste buds.
In this article, we present two variations of this delicious salad: a classic Summer Bean Salad and a Mediterranean-inspired Summer Bean Salad. Both salads are easy to make and perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a light and flavorful side dish for your summer meals.
MAKE-AHEAD SUMMER BEAN SALAD
Freezes beautifully! I always keep a batch or two of this frozen, ready for unexpected company, or just for summertime ease. Guests will never know you made it weeks in advance. So simple, but this salad always gets compliments and requests for the recipe. A healthy and cooling addition to any summer lunch or dinner--pulling this out of the freezer really helps out when you're caught short or it's too hot to be stuck in the kitchen! Can be made and kept fresh in the fridge for several days before serving, or frozen (undrained) for several weeks.
Provided by MistyK
Categories Salad Beans Three Bean Salad Recipes
Time 12h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine sugar, vinegar, oil, and pepper for sauce in a saucepan. Cook, stirring, over medium-low to low heat until sugar is dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- While sauce is cooling, gently mix kidney beans, wax beans, green beans, bell pepper, and green onions together in a large bowl.
- Pour slightly cooled sauce over veggie mixture and stir to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours before serving or freezing, stirring once or twice if possible. To serve, drain and serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 447.2 mg, Sugar 20.6 g
SUMMER BUTTER BEAN SALAD WITH HOT SAUCE VINAIGRETTE
Are you wondering what butter beans are? They're what we call lima beans in the South because of their creamy, buttery texture. For this salad, I thought about succotash, a classic Soul Food dish made with butter beans, fresh corn and tomatoes, then I added a few more fresh summer veggies and herbs, plus a spicy, tangy vinaigrette. You really could add anything else from your garden or the farmers' market, like zucchini, bell peppers or snap peas-go ahead and make it your own!
Provided by Carla Hall
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the hot sauce vinaigrette: Put the hot sauce, vinegar, honey, mustard, garlic, oil and salt and pepper to taste in a lidded jar. Seal the jar and shake to combine. Set aside.
- For the salad: In a large bowl, combine the butter beans, corn kernels, cucumber, red onion, tomatoes and basil. Toss to combine. Start by adding 1/2 cup vinaigrette and gently stir to combine. Add more vinaigrette as desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD
This colorful, crunchy black bean and corn salad is chock-full of easy-to-swallow nutrition that all ages will love. Try it with a variety of summer entrees, or as a wholesome salsa! -Krista Frank, Rhododendron, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients; pour over corn mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Stir before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use fresh, seasonal beans. This will ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Blanch the beans before using. This will help preserve their color and crispness.
- Choose a variety of beans. This will add color, texture, and flavor to your salad.
- Don't overcook the beans. They should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
- Use a light dressing. A vinaigrette or lemon-herb dressing is a good option.
- Add some herbs or spices to the dressing. This will give the salad a more complex flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It's also a great make-ahead dish.
Conclusion:
Summer bean salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that's perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors, variety of textures, and bright flavors, it's sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this one a try.
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