Best 6 Low Fat Bean Salad Recipes
Bean salad is a refreshing, flavorful dish that's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a healthy lunch. With its vibrant colors and diverse textures, bean salad is a feast for the eyes and palate. Beans are legumes that are packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. They are a great source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Additionally, beans are low in fat and calories, making them an ideal ingredient for those looking to maintain a healthy weight. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for low-fat bean salad, providing you with a variety of options to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
THREE BEAN SALAD (LOW-FAT)
The layering of different types of vinegars gives a complex taste in this low-fat, healthy salad. The prep time does not include marinating time, so allow time for that.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 11 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Rinse beans under cold water and drain in strainer or colander.
- Mix together drained beans with red onion, bell pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, stir together vinegars and Splenda; adjust sweetening to taste.
- Pour dressing over salad and mix well.
- Marinate salad several hours under refrigeration, as flavor develops over time.
VERY LOW-FAT BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALAD
As we all know, summertime is on its way and I have been looking for some lower fat and healthy recipes. Here is a wonderful looking one that I found on a web site called all-healthy.com.
Provided by Gingerbear
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients and chill overnight.
- Spoon out 1/2 servings as needed.
LOW FAT BEAN SALAD
Make and share this Low Fat Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sageca
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally.
- Use your choice of beans.
- Rinse the canned beans real well.
- Add your choice of vegetables or your own vinaigrette.
- Enjoy.
AZTEC BLACK BEAN SALAD (VEGAN, LOW FAT)
From fatfreevegan.com. This salad is lovely and can be made ahead. Add or subtract the chipotles to fit your own taste. I have also replaced the cilantro with Italian parsley when served to someone who hates cilantro and it turned out well.
Provided by VegSocialWorker
Categories Beans
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine beans, onion, bell peppers, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together vinegars, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, coriander, red pepper flakes, and chipotle. I use a hand held immersion blender for this.
- Pour over salad and toss gently to mix.
LOW FAT, CHEAP, AND DELICIOUS THREE BEAN SALAD
I found this recipe from someone else but I altered it a little bit more to my liking. It is a very easy recipe that uses mainly items that you have lying around in your pantry already!
Provided by 4thelove-of-f00d
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix together the first three ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add remaining ingredients & blend all together.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for at least two hours to get the best flavor.
- Enjoy!
LOW-FAT BLACK BEAN-PASTA SALAD (VEGAN)
This colorful creation has a lot more flavor and a lot less fat than traditional pasta salad. It's easy to throw together, and with lots of vegetables and vegetarian protein it can be served as a light entree or a hearty side dish, perfect for potlucks, picnics or packed lunches. It can easily be made gluten-free by subbing gluten-free pasta.
Provided by Prose
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, mix the pasta, beans, and veggies.
- Toss with salsa and lemon pepper. This can be served immediately, but the flavor is better if it is refrigerated for a few hours or overnight.
Tips:
- Use a variety of beans to add different textures and flavors to your salad.
- Be sure to rinse the beans thoroughly before cooking them.
- If you have extra time, soak the beans overnight before cooking them. This will help to reduce the cooking time.
- Use a light vinaigrette dressing or a simple lemon-herb dressing to keep the salad light and refreshing.
- Add fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or basil, to the salad for extra flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
Bean salad is a healthy, delicious, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover beans, and it is also a great way to get your daily dose of fiber and protein. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a bean salad recipe that everyone will enjoy!
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