KIDNEY BEANS, BROCCOLI AND BACON SALAD

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This recipe has been a hit at every potluck, picnic & tailgate party I have taken it to. It goes together quickly and holds up well in an ice chest.

Provided by Skypoodle

Categories     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb broccoli, florets only
2 (15 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans
1 red onion, sliced
1/2 lb bacon, thick sliced
6 ounces ranch dressing (your favorite brand)
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Steam the broccoli until just tender, then rinse until cold water to stop cooking. It should be bright green, not cooked grey! Drain well on paper towels.
  • Rinse the kidney beans under cold running water, drain well and add to the broccoli in a large mixing bowl.
  • Slice the onion about 1/8" thick then cut the rings into segments 1/2" to 1" or so.
  • Cook the bacon until crisp then drain well and coarsely chop.
  • Add the bacon and onion to the broccoli and kidney beans, mixing well while moistening with the ranch dressing. Don't add so much ranch dressing that it becomes soupy.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.3, Fat 33.3, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 33.7, Sodium 624.2, Carbohydrate 40.8, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 3.7, Protein 19.4

Shahid Suleman
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon.


arman mahmoudi
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I've never had a salad with kidney beans before, but this one was delicious!


Rama Vybz
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Msaif Khan
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I love that this salad is healthy and filling.


pakama nqala
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Kay HIGGS
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I added a few chopped walnuts to this salad for extra crunch and flavor.


Wasim Raja
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I'm not a fan of mayonnaise-based dressings, so I used a vinaigrette instead. It was just as good, if not better.


Shafiqullah Qasimi
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This salad is so easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in a bowl and mixed it up.


Ren Wiley
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I love the crunch of the broccoli in this salad. It adds a nice texture contrast to the soft kidney beans and bacon.


kudakwashe sanyika
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover kidney beans. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


imuetinyan efe
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I was hesitant to try this salad because I'm not a big fan of kidney beans, but I was pleasantly surprised. The beans are cooked perfectly and the dressing is amazing.


Mdmahedishroob MdMehedishroob
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This is one of my favorite salads. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the combination of kidney beans, broccoli, and bacon is perfect.


Austin Maitland
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's healthy, easy to make, and absolutely delicious.


Amara Chi
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the unique flavor combination of kidney beans, broccoli, and bacon.