FIVE BEAN PICNIC SALAD

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This is Gina Neely's go to recipe when she wants to satisfy a crowd at a barbeque, church potluck or company. From the Down Home Neely's Cookbook. For some reason, the computer will not let me say champagne vinaigrette, so I put it in parentheses). :)

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 13

kosher salt
3/4 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut in bite size pieces
3/4 lb fresh yellow wax bean, trimmed and cut in bite size pieces (or use canned if you can't find fresh and proceed to step 3)
1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (also called garbanzo beans)
1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced (use all)
1 red bell pepper, diced (or use orange or yellow)
2 tablespoons fresh flat leaf parsley (to garnish, use curly parsley if you can't find flat leaf)
2 tablespoons fresh marjoram (or oregano leaves-or use 1 tsp. dried) (optional)
3/4 cup champagne (actually champagne vinaigrette-Down Home Champagne Vinaigrette)
fresh ground black pepper
hot sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a couple pinches salt and the fresh beans, and cook until beans are just tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Drain beans in a colander, and shock in ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
  • Put the fresh and canned beans, scallions, bell pepper, parsley, marjoram, and Champagne vinaigrette in a large bowl. Toss to combine.
  • Season the salad with salt and pepper and hot sauce to taste. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.1, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 600.8, Carbohydrate 43.7, Fiber 12.2, Sugar 3.1, Protein 12.2

mikesvic67
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit. I've made it for picnics, potlucks, and even just as a side dish for dinner. It's always a hit. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the beans and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I h


Mario Mendez
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. The beans and vegetables are packed with nutrients, and the dressing is light and refreshing. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. It's a great additi


Herold Kasingo
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This salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of beans, vegetables, and herbs. The dressing is also very good. I used a little less oil than the recipe called for, and it was still p


Johnny Twoo
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover beans and vegetables. I had some cooked black beans and corn on hand, and I just added some chopped celery, red onion, and parsley. The dressing is simple but flavorful, and it really brings all the ingred


Jan Ucieklak
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this salad. The beans were cooked perfectly and the dressing was very flavorful. I especially liked the addition of the fresh herbs. This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Nsiah Poodoh
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before a picnic and it was even better the next day. The flavors had time to meld together and the salad was even more flavorful. I highly recommend making this salad ahead of time if you're


Akub Khan1
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Delicious and healthy! This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. The beans and vegetables are packed with nutrients, and the dressing is light and refreshing. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this sal


DHIRAJ Mishra
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for picnics, potlucks, and even just as a side dish for dinner. It's always a hit. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the beans and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I h


Keleish Engelbrecht
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I love the variety of beans in this salad. It's a great way to get a variety of nutrients. The dressing is also very good. I used a little less oil than the recipe called for, and it was still plenty flavorful. I'll definitely be making this salad ag


Amy Inness
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover beans and vegetables. I had some cooked black beans and corn on hand, and I just added some chopped celery, red onion, and parsley. The dressing is simple but flavorful, and it really brings all the ingred


RT Rt
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Amazing salad! I've made it twice now and it's been a hit both times. The beans and vegetables are cooked perfectly, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful. I especially love the addition of the fresh herbs, which really brighten up the dish. It's a


Rabbi Rahman
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This five-bean picnic salad is a delightful summer dish - refreshing, colorful, and packed with flavor. The combination of beans, vegetables, and herbs makes it a wholesome and satisfying meal. I enjoyed the crunch of the celery and the sweetness of