TEX-MEX BEAN SALAD

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My father-in-law's recipe, this salad is both pretty and packed with protein. It's also convenient since it uses a variety of canned beans. It's more flavorful when prepared the night before.-Christi Gillentine, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) red beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
4 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic salt and pepper; shake well. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 679mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Md tanvir akon
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Adam Taghi
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it! They especially liked the sweet corn and the crunchy bell peppers.


Samuel Opera
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The salad is very easy to make and it's so flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Ines Espinal
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing is also really good. I used a store-bought dressing, but I think it would be even better if I made my own.


Mujahid Abbas
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover beans. I had some black beans and pinto beans in my pantry, and this recipe was the perfect way to use them up. The salad was really easy to make, and it tasted great. I will definitely be making it again.


Agaba Yusuf
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I'm always looking for new and easy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's so simple to make, and the results are delicious. I love the combination of sweet corn, crunchy bell peppers, and zesty dressing. It's a great way to get y


Samama Jaffer
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This Tex-Mex bean salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer potluck or barbecue. The combination of beans, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro is a classic, and the dressing adds a nice tangy flavor. I also added some chopped avo