Green Bean And Red Pepper Salad Recipes

GREEN BEANS WITH RED PEPPERS

Steps:

• In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute beans and red pepper in oil for 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in the vinegar, basil and pepper.

GREEN BEANS WITH RED PEPPER

Steps:

• Place beans and water in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt butter; add red pepper and shallot. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat until red pepper is crisp-tender., Drain beans; stir into red pepper mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving platter; sprinkle with almonds.

GREEN BEAN-AND-ROASTED RED PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the broiler.
• Roast the peppers under the broiler or over a gas flame, turning a few times, until charred all over; transfer to a work surface and let cool.
• Discard the skin, stems and seeds and cut the peppers into 2-by-1-inch strips.
• In a small bowl, combine the shallots with the garlic, red wine and sherry vinegars and a large pinch of salt.
• Let stand for 10 minutes.
• Stir in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Add the beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
• Drain and spread out on a large baking sheet.
• Let cool to room temperature.
• In a large bowl, combine the peppers with the beans, tomatoes, mint and parsley.
• Add the shallot dressing and toss well.
• Sprinkle with the macadamia nuts or almonds, toss & serve.

GREEN BEAN AND RED PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Trim the ends off the beans. Remove the strings if any.
• Bring to a boil enough water to cover the beans. Add the beans and, when the water returns to a boil, cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Do not overcook. Drain well and put them in a salad bowl.
• Preheat broiler.
• Place the pepper under the broiler, and cook it on all sides until the entire skin is well charred. When cool enough to handle, split it in half. Remove and discard the seeds and veins. Pull off the charred skin, and cut the pepper into strips about 1/4-inch wide. Add them to the beans. Add the onion.
• Place the mustard, vinegar, cumin, salt and pepper in a small mixing bowl. Start stirring with a wire whisk, and gradually add the oil. Blend well.
• Add the dressing to the bean mixture. Stir and blend well.

RED AND GREEN BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Microwave lime in a small bowl for about 30 seconds to release essential oils, and set aside until it is just cool enough to handle. Prepare salsa by combining tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, mango, parsley, serrano pepper, and garlic. When the lime is just cooled down enough to handle, cut it in half, remove any seeds and squeeze the lime juice into the salsa. Season with salt and pepper, stir to combine and set aside.
• Blanch the green beans for about 2 minutes in salted water, drain and let cool.
• Prepare the dressing. Through the feed opening of a running blender add, 1 at a time, rice wine vinegar, ground ginger, garlic and parsley until a smooth paste forms. Leaving the blender running, add the olive oil in a slow stream through the feed opening. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
• Gently fold the cooled green beans with the salsa, radishes, tomatoes, and red onion. Use enough of the dressing to coat, but do not feel compelled to use all of the dressing. You can serve the rest of the dressing on the side.

BLACK BEAN AND RED PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in large bowl; toss to blend. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover; chill.) Serve chilled or let stand 30 minutes at room temperature before serving.

GREEN BEAN & PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Toss green beans and peppers with dressing.
• Sprinkle with almonds.

GREEN BEANS AND SWEET RED BELL PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare the salad dressing by combining the red wine vinegar with the salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil. Best prepared 2-3 hours in advance to allow the ingredients to marinate.
• Cook the green beans until tender crisp and green beans are still brightly colored. To halt cooking, rinse and drain immediately under cold water. Set aside.
• Combine the green beans in a mixing bowl with the diced bell peppers, green onions, and serrano chile.
• Pour the marinated salad dressing over the vegetables and toss lightly to coat.
• Line a large serving platter with the chopped lettuce then arrange the vegetables on top. Garnish with the sliced green onions and the sliced red onions.

GREEN BEAN AND YELLOW PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil. Add onion. Toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
• In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook green beans until crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Pat dry with paper towels.
• To bowl with onion, add bell pepper and cooked green beans. Toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Serve.

COLD GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH MANGO AND RED PEPPERS

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add beans and boil until color changes to bright green, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Drain beans completely and run under cold water or submerge in a bowl with ice-cold water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain completely and set aside.
• Combine bell pepper, mango, and shallots in a large salad bowl. Add green beans and feta cheese; toss to combine.
• Combine onion, balsamic vinegar, sugar, mustard, and poppy seeds together in a bowl. Drizzle in olive oil while whisking rapidly until dressing is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
• Drizzle about 1/4 cup vinaigrette over the salad and mix to combine.

GREEN BEAN AND RED ONION SALAD

Steps:

• On a steamer rack set over boiling water steam green beans, covered, until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Halve onion lengthwise and slice thin crosswise.
• In a bowl whisk together vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper to taste until emulsified and add onion, tossing to combine. Add warm beans and toss to combine well.

ROASTED PEPPER AND GREEN BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven broiler.
• Place the pepper under the broiler and cook on all sides until the skin is well charred. Remove from the oven. When cool enough to handle split the pepper in half, core it and discard the skin. Pat the pepper dry on paper towels. Cut the pepper lengthwise into thin strips. Set aside.
• Trim or break off the ends of the beans. Remove the strings, if any. Bring enough water to a boil to cover the beans when added. Add salt and the beans. Bring to a boil and simmer for 4 to 8 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
• Put the mustard and vinegar in a mixing bowl. Start beating with a wire whisk and gradually add the oil. Add the cumin, salt and pepper. Blend well. Add the beans, red peppers, onion and parsley. Toss well and serve.