Bean And Vegetable Salad

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A vibrant and hearty bean and vegetable salad bursting with flavors from fresh vegetables and a tangy sweet-sour dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light main, it appeals to health-conscious eaters and those seeking a colorful, nutritious addition to any meal.

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Ingredients

  • 16 or 20 oz. frozen mixed vegetables
  • 16 oz. canned red beans
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced peppers (red and green)
  • 1 cup diced onions
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 scant cup vinegar
  • 4 Tbsp. flour
  • 2 Tbsp. dry mustard

Instructions

  1. Cook frozen mixed vegetables as directed; drain and cool.
  2. Add drained red beans to the cooled vegetables.
  3. Add diced celery, diced peppers, and diced onions; mix well.
  4. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; mix again.
  5. In a small saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar, flour, and dry mustard.
  6. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the mixture becomes clear and thickened.
  7. Cool the dressing slightly and pour over the vegetable mixture.
  8. Toss gently to coat and serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

263 kcal 13% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.2g 16% DV
Total Fat 4.3g 5% DV
Carbs 48.5g 18% DV
Fiber 7.2g 26% DV
Sugar 7.1g 14% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 315.8mg 14% DV
Potassium 451.8mg 10% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 288.3mcg 32% DV
Vitamin C 39.3mg 44% DV
Calcium 84mg 6% DV
Iron 3.1mg 17% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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