PINTO BEAN AND SPINACH SALAD

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This protein-packed vegetarian dish will make a hearty lunch -- just add some crusty bread on the side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon finely sliced lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
coarse salt and ground pepper
3 cups cooked pinto beans
8 ounces flat-leaf spinach (4 cups), trimmed
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon capers
2 scallions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, and mustard; season with salt and pepper. Stir in beans.
  • In a medium pot, bring 1 inch salted water to a boil. Add spinach; cover, and cook until wilted, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain spinach, and transfer to bowl with beans. Add parsley, capers, scallions, and lemon zest; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 14 g

rahim bacha Mardanzai
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I've been looking for a new salad recipe to try, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


SK Hasibul
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pinto beans. It's also really easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of pinto beans, spinach, and red onion.


Prabesh Rasaili
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this salad. I'm not usually a fan of pinto beans, but they were really good in this salad. The dressing was also really tasty.


Mrs Wajiha
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. I love the crunch of the spinach and the sweetness of the cranberries. The dressing is also really light and flavorful.


Sandra Danner
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it's also really delicious.


Kashif Kamran
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This was a great recipe to use up some leftover pinto beans. I added some chopped avocado and cilantro to the salad, and it was even better.


Thee Varbe music
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of pinto beans, spinach, and red onion. The dressing is also really good.


Lisa Sol
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one was really good. The beans and spinach were hearty and filling, and the dressing was tangy and delicious.


Alex Step
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This salad was a hit at our potluck! The pinto beans and spinach were a great combination, and the dressing was light and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.