BEAN SALAD IN BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

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Here's an easy, delicious, and healthy bean salad that I've put together, using one of Michel Montignac's low-carb vinaigrettes. The vinaigrette is great in other salad recipes too.

Provided by Lumberjackie

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (19 ounce) can mixed beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can yellow beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can green beans, drained and rinsed
1/4-1/2 green pepper, chopped
1/4-1/2 orange bell peppers or 1/4-1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1/4-1/2 red onions or 1/4-1/2 vidalia onion, chopped
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup vegetable stock
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 large garlic clove, peeled and crushed
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients.
  • Combine the vegetables and add enough vinaigrette to coat. Refrigerate and allow the salad to marinate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.8, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 6.9, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 2.7

Deanna Trujillo
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy side dish.


Nadeem Bhutta
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet corn and crunchy bell peppers.


Me Numan
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It held up well in the heat and everyone loved it.


actual lukas
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover beans. I had some canned black beans in my pantry and this was a great way to use them up.


Juice Man
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I'm not a big fan of bell peppers, so I omitted them from the salad. It was still delicious!


Tinashe Kuvheya
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was amazing! It's a great way to get some extra protein into your meal.


Deric Gilbert
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I made this salad exactly as the recipe said and it turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Isaac Galea
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I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone who is looking for a healthy and delicious side dish.


Barry Foxworth
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The balsamic vinaigrette is the perfect dressing for this salad. It's tangy and flavorful, but not overpowering.


Festa Marke
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I love that this salad is made with all fresh ingredients. It's so much healthier than store-bought bean salads.


The Crazy Mask
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This salad is so easy to make and it's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Iyad Titi
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, even the people who said they didn't like bean salads.


Mafeze Mazibuko
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This bean salad was a delightful surprise! I've never been a huge fan of bean salads because I find them to be bland and boring. But this salad was anything but! The combination of beans, vegetables, and balsamic vinaigrette was perfect, and the sala