Best 6 Smoky Bean Salad With Molasses Dressing Recipes

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Enhance your culinary repertoire with a flavorful journey into the world of smoky bean salad with molasses dressing. This tantalizing dish combines the earthy essence of beans with the smoky allure of charred vegetables, all bound together by a luscious molasses dressing. The result is a symphony of smoky, sweet, and tangy notes that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Whether you're seeking a hearty main course or a delectable side dish, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings and transport you to a culinary haven.

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HOPPIN' JOHN SALAD WITH MOLASSES DRESSING



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Categories     Salad     Bean     Vegetable     Side     Picnic     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     New Year's Day     Backyard BBQ     New Year's Eve     Sausage     Pea     Sweet Potato/Yam     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (1-pound) bag frozen black-eyed peas
1 1/2 cups 1/2-inch cubes peeled yam (red-skinned sweet potato)
2 cups 1/2-inch cubes andouille sausage (about 12 ounces)
1 1/2 cups frozen sliced okra, thawed, patted dry
1 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl to blend; season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook black-eyed peas and yam in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain; cool. Place in large bowl. Add andouille, okra, and onion. Add enough dressing to coat and toss.

SMOKY BEAN SALAD WITH MOLASSES DRESSING



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Just the name of this recipe makes my mouth water! The chipotle chilies give it the smoked flavor. You can use canned beans and save a lot of time. Enjoy! Prep time includes soaking. A Spanish recipe.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 4h50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups great northern beans (or, if you prefer, use canned beans)
1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
1/4 cup finely chopped drained sun-dried tomato packed in oil
3 tablespoons light molasses
2 teaspoons finely chopped canned chipotle chiles
1/3 cup olive oil
3/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place beans in a large bowl.
  • Add enough cold water to cover by 2 inches.
  • Let stand at least 4 hours.
  • or overnight.
  • Combine vinegar and mustard seeds in medium bowl.
  • Let stand at least 1 hours.
  • or up to 4.
  • Drain beans.
  • Place in a heavy large saucepan.
  • Add enough water to cover beans by 3 inches.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer till tender, about 50 minutes.
  • Drain, cool beans completely.
  • Whisk sun dried tomatoes, molasses,and chilis into vinegar mixture.
  • Gradually whisk in oil.
  • Combine beans, onion, and parsley in bowl.
  • Add enough dressing to coat salad.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • You can prepare this 6 hours.
  • ahead.
  • Cover and refrigerate.
  • Bring to room temperature.
  • before serving.
  • Enjoy!

SMOKY BEAN SALAD WITH MOLASSES DRESSING



Smoky Bean Salad with Molasses Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Bean     Herb     Onion     Pepper     Summer     Molasses     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups dried Great Northern beans
1/4 cup Sherry wine vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
1/4 cup finely chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
3 tablespoons mild-flavored (light) molasses
2 teaspoons finely chopped canned chipotle
1/3 cup olive oil
3/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
Canned chipotle chilies_packed in adobo sauce are available at Latin American markets and some supermarkets._

Steps:

  • Place beans in large bowl. Add enough cold water to cover by 2 inches. Let stand at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Combine vinegar and mustard seeds in medium bowl. Let stand at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.
  • Drain beans. Place in large saucepan. Add enough water to cover beans by 3 inches. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, about 50 minutes. Drain. Cool beans completely.
  • Whisk sun-dried tomatoes, molasses and chipotle chilies into vinegar mixture. Gradually whisk in oil. Combine beans, red onion and parsley in large bowl. Add enough dressing to coat salad. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)

TURKEY PINTO BEAN SALAD WITH SOUTHERN MOLASSES DRESSING



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This salad is a welcome alternative to the usual post-Thanksgiving fare. It's a tasty main dish loaded with good-for-you protein.-Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1 garlic clove, peeled and halved
1/2 cup molasses
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
3 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium green pepper, diced
2 celery ribs, diced
1 cup chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Drain tomatoes, reserving 2 tablespoons oil. Place garlic and tomatoes in a food processor; cover and process until chopped. Add the molasses, vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper and reserved oil. Cover and process until smooth., In a large bowl, combine the turkey, beans, green pepper, celery, onion and parsley. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. If desired, serve with lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SMOKY BEAN AND APPLE SALAD



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*** Gluten-free and Vegan! *** I got this recipe from a local grocery store, after sampling the finished product. It was delicious, so I came home and made some for myself. I am happy to say that this is one of my new favourite recipes - and it's so easy, too. You can use canned Pinto beans if you want to cut out a few steps, or didn't plan ahead enough to soak beans overnight, and it still turns out great! I also caution spice wimps (like myself!) to start out with a little bit less chipotle pepper, and then add more to taste. Finally, a note to my fellow gluten-free friends: be sure to read the label on the can of chipotle peppers in adobo. The popular "Embasa" brand is NOT gluten-free. the "Empacadora San Marcos" brand *IS* gluten-free. As always, be sure to read the label. :)

Provided by Golden Dawn

Categories     Apple

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups dried cranberry beans or 2 cups dried great northern beans, soaked overnight
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons molasses
2 teaspoons chipotle chiles in adobo, minced
1/3 cup olive oil
3/4 cup red onion, very thinly sliced
2 granny smith apples, diced
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Drain beans and place in a stockpot.
  • Cover with 2-3 inches of lightly salted water and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce to a simmer and cook for 1-2 hours, depending on size and type of beans.
  • Remove from heat and drain any excess water.
  • Spread in a shallow dish and refrigerate until cool.
  • Combine vinegar, mustard, molasses and chipotle in a mixing bowl. Gradually whisk in oil.
  • Combine beans, onion, apples and parsley in a large bowl.
  • Add dressing; toss to coat. Adjust seasoning to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.2, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 42.6, Carbohydrate 56.5, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 12.7, Protein 14.3

CRISPY SMOKED QUAIL SALAD WITH BOURBON-MOLASSES DRESSING



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This rich and smoky salad has become, hands down, the most popular dish on the menu at Bayona. I think it's owing to the combination of textures and flavors, and the way they all mingle together and complement one another. There are several components to this salad, and that's why it's so satisfying. The good news is that many of these steps can be done in advance. The trickiest technique is cold-smoking the quail, which infuses it with natural smoky flavor without cooking it. That means when we fry the batter-dipped bird at the last minute, the result is both crispy and juicy. At the restaurant we make a stock with the smoked quail wings and use it to enrich the dressing, but this is not necessary. If pears are not in season, apples make a good substitute.

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon ketjap manis (see p. 14)
3 tablespoons canola oil
4 quail, partially deboned (about 5 ounces total)
1 tablespoon molasses
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon walnut vinegar (or 1 teaspoon walnut oil)
1 shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup pure olive oil
Salt and pepper
2 teaspoons bourbon
(makes about 3/4 cup or 4 to 6 servings)
1/2 cup rice flour
1/3 to 1/2 cup cold water
1/4 teaspoon salt
Peanut or vegetable oil, for frying
Marinated, smoked quail
Rice Flour Batter
1 ripe pear, cut into quarters, then each quarter into 4 wedges
4 cups young spinach or other salad greens, cleaned
Bourbon-Molasses Dressing
1/4 cup chopped celery hearts and tender leaves
2 tablespoons chopped Pickled Red Onions (p. 196)
2 tablespoons Cajun-spiced Pecans (p. 22)

Steps:

  • Whisk together the honey, ketjap manis, and oil in a medium bowl. Nestle the quail in the marinade, ensuring that each inside cavity is moistened, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Drain the quail and cold-smoke (see below) for about 15 minutes. The quail should not cook in the process.
  • Whisk together the molasses, vinegars, and shallot in a small bowl. Whisk in the olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and stir in the bourbon.
  • Whisk the ingredients together in a small bowl and set aside. The batter should be the consistency of whipping cream in order to lightly coat the quail.
  • Heat 2 1/2 inches of the frying oil in a deep skillet (large enough to hold the quail in a single layer) to about 350°F. Dip the quail in the batter. Lift them out of the batter and hold over the container, letting the excess drip off. Fry the quail for about 4 minutes, turning once. Drain them on paper towels, cool slightly, and cut into quarters (2 legs and 2 breasts).
  • Place 4 pear wedges on each of four plates. Toss the greens with a few spoonfuls of dressing and the celery hearts and pickled onions, and divide among the plates. Top the salads with the quail and sprinkle with spiced pecans. Drizzle with more dressing, if desired.
  • Cold smoking allows you to cool the smoke before it reaches the food (so the food absorbs flavor without cooking. To cold-smoke, open the vents on both the bottom of the grill and the lid. Remove the lid and top rack from the grill, and center a disposable roasting pan on the coals. Place 1 1/2 cups of sawdust in the pan. Fill the drip pan between the grill and the hot coals with an aluminum or metal tub of ice. Cover the grill and smoke for 15 minutes.

Tips:

  • For best flavor, use fresh, ripe beans. If using dried beans, be sure to soak them overnight before cooking.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, cook the beans and dressing up to 2 days in advance. Store them separately in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, assemble the salad and drizzle with the dressing.
  • If you don't have molasses, you can substitute honey or maple syrup. However, molasses will give the dressing a richer, more complex flavor.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as diced red onion, chopped bell pepper, or grated carrot.
  • For a heartier salad, add some cooked quinoa, rice, or barley.

Conclusion:

This smoky bean salad with molasses dressing is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new salad recipe to try, give this one a try.

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