WHITE BEAN AND RED ONION SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Bean     Onion     Side     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Chill     Vegan     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about five cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cup dried Great Northern or other white bean, picked over
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon coriander seeds, crushed coarse
For dressing:
2 garlic cloves if desired
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, or to taste
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh coriander sprigs or parsley leaves

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan combine beans with water to cover by 2 inches and add salt, bay leaves, and coriander seeds. Simmer beans, uncovered, stirring occasionally and adding more hot water if necessary to keep beans covered, 1 to 1 1/4 hours, or until beans are just tender but not mushy.
  • Make dressing while beans are cooking: Mince garlic fine and in a large bowl stir together well with lemon juice and oil.
  • In a colander drain beans, discarding bay leaves, and add to dressing. Toss salad and season with salt and pepper. Cool salad and stir in onion and herbs. Salad may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
  • Serve salad at room temperature, thinning if necessary with 1 to 2 tablespoons water.

Bazigar Bazi
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This salad is a keeper! It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Damarys Tino
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique, flavorful, and easy to make.


Missu Kumal
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This salad is a great way to add some variety to your lunch or dinner routine.


Fatima Abdikadir
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I'm not a huge fan of white beans, but I really enjoyed this salad. The red onions and lemon dressing really balance out the flavor of the beans.


Wajad Ali wajad ali
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover white beans. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Amour Ally
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I love the combination of white beans and red onions in this salad. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Fillali Bouchra
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This is my go-to salad recipe when I'm short on time. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always delicious.


jaime love
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I've made this salad several times, and it's always a winner. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also great for potlucks.


G5 Verzion987
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Keith Jeffs
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This salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The white beans provide a creamy base, while the red onions add a sharp, tangy bite. The parsley and mint add a refreshing herbal note, and the lemon dressing brings it all together.


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