MINTY BEAN SALAD

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Each September, a women's group at our church sponsors a salad supper. Everyone is delighted when they see this extra-special dish on the table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound dried navy beans or great northern beans
3 chicken bouillon cubes
6 cups water
2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained and halved
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh mint or 2 tablespoons dried mint
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place beans and enough water to cover in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; let stand for 1 hour. Drain and discard liquid. Add bouillon and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are just tender. Drain; cool slightly. Add remaining ingredients; mix gently. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts :

Stanley Osakwe
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This salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy beans. It's also very easy to make.


PriZma Z
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues.


Blake Delmont
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber.


kejane karki
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I'm not a huge fan of bell peppers, but I really enjoyed them in this salad. They added a nice crunch and sweetness.


Yar Kuany
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it on the weekend and then eat it for lunch throughout the week.


Dixie Ford
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I love the combination of mint and lime in this salad. It's so refreshing and summery.


Muskan Muskan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled vegetables. I also love that it's a no-cook recipe, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Misty Spencer
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I'm always looking for new ways to use beans, and this salad is a great option. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


Paul Muriku
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love that it's not too heavy, so it's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Mushtaq Ahmad
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I've made this salad several times and I always tweak the recipe a little bit. Sometimes I add chopped avocado or crumbled feta cheese. It's always delicious!


Mahmudul Haque
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This salad is a great way to get kids to eat their veggies. My kids loved the sweet and tangy dressing.


Alexa Nerd
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors.


John Nalli
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I'm not a huge fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors were well-balanced and the dressing was delicious.


Marjana alam
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover beans. It's also very affordable and easy to make.


Alexander Ortega
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I love the minty flavor of this salad. It's so refreshing and perfect for a summer cookout.


TROY REYNOLDS
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Tayyab Nisar
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love that it's a great way to use up leftover beans.


Jose Rivera
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This minty bean salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of fresh mint, crunchy bell peppers, and creamy white beans was incredibly refreshing and flavorful. I especially loved the tangy dressing, which perfectly complemented the other ingred