Bean And Vegetable Salad Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN BEAN SALAD RECIPE

Steps:

• Make the balsamic vinaigrette and set it to the side.
• Next, slice the bell peppers into large sides, see video.
• Place the cut vegetables on a sheet tray lined with parchment paper and coat in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Add the vegetables to a hot grill (450° to 550°) and cook for 2 minutes per side or just until grill marks are formed but the vegetables still have a crunch to it.
• Chill the vegetables completely in the refrigerator, which takes about 15 minutes.
• Drain the beans and rinse under cold water in a colander and then add them to a large bowl.
• Once the vegetables are cooled, medium to large dice them and add them to the bowl with the beans.
• Add in the parsley, salt, pepper, and balsamic vinaigrette and mix until combine.
• Serve with a garnish of fresh basil and oregano.

BEAN AND VEGETABLE SALAD

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.

WHITE BEAN & VEGGIE SALAD

Steps:

• Combine greens, veggies, beans and avocado in a medium bowl. Drizzle with vinegar and oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine and transfer to a large plate.

ANYTIME VEGETABLE SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the edamame in a large pot of boiling water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain. Rinse with cold water, then drain well and pat dry. Repeat with the green beans and yellow beans. Combine the vegetables in a bowl.
• Add the vinegar, oil, herbs, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 3/4 teaspoon pepper to a glass screw-top jar. Seal the jar and shake vigorously to mix the vinaigrette.
• When you're ready to serve, shake the jar again to re-mix the vinaigrette and pour it over the vegetables. Season with more salt and pepper, if desired.
• Alternate Method: Whisk the vinegar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 3/4 teaspoon of pepper in a large bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in the oil. Add all of the beans, tomatoes, basil, and thyme, and toss to coat. Season the salad, to taste, with more salt and pepper, and serve.

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD

Steps:

• Bring the sugar and vinegar to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the oil and salt and set aside to cool.
• Add to a bowl the green beans, peas, celery, pimientos, onions and bell peppers. Pour the vinegar mixture over the vegetables, cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
• Serve with a slotted spoon to drain the excess oil.

BLACK BEAN VEGETABLE SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.