Black 'n' White Bean Salad
Black 'n' White Bean Salad is a cool, hearty side dish Kay Ogden created after tasting a similar one in a restaurant. "It goes together in no time and complements most entrees," reports this Grants Pass, Oregon reader.4-6 ServingsPrep: 10 min. + chilling
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) white kidney or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- Lettuce leaves, optional
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the beans, cucumber, red pepper, onion and
- cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil and seasonings. Pour over
- bean mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
- Using a slotted spoon, serve over lettuce if desired. Yield: 6
- servings.
Nutrition Facts: One 1/2-cup serving (prepared without salt) equals 187 calories, 219 mg sodium, 0 cholesterol, 26 g carbohydrate, 9 g protein,