Best Elbow Macaroni And Kidney Bean Salad Recipes

MEXICAN MACARONI SALAD

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I've made this simple pasta salad for years and years, and have always loved the heck out of it.

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

FOR THE SALAD:
1 lb. Elbow Macaroni, Cooked To Package Instructions, Drained, And Rinsed With Cold Water
2 ears Fresh Corn, Husks And Silks Removed
1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans (or Kidney Beans), Drained And Rinsed
1/2 c. Chopped Black Olives
6 whole Roma Tomatoes (or 2 Large Tomatoes), Chopped
3 whole Green Onions, Sliced Thin
1/2 whole Red Onions, Finely Diced
Chopped Cilantro (optional)
FOR THE DRESSING:
1 c. Jarred Salsa (spicy Is Best!)
1 c. Sour Cream
1/4 c. Mayonnaise
1 clove Garlic, Minced Or Pressed
1/2 tsp. Cumin
Salt And Pepper, to taste
2 Limes, Juiced (optional)

Steps:

Grill the corn on a grill pan, or just place it in a hot skillet to brown some of the kernels. Remove from pan, allow to cool slightly, then use a sharp knife to cut the kernels off the cob.Combine all the dressing ingredients in a bowl and stir until combined. Place the macaroni, corn, beans, olives, tomatoes, green onions, red onion, and cilantro (if using) in a large bowl. Pour 3/4 of the dressing over the top and gently toss until all the ingredients are coated. Add the final 1/4 of the dressing if you think it needs it. Cover and allow salad to chill for 2 hours. Garnish with cilantro, lime wedge, and any other extra ingredients you have!

MACARONI BEAN SALAD

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Two types of store-bought beans, a convenient can of olives and lots of cheese make this easy pasta salad, shared by Sandra Gordon of Emmett, Idaho, a cinch to assemble at home. With a creamy dressing, it's a festive medley that's sure to earn praise at potlucks. TIP: Try other small pasta noodles, and for a fancier look, serve it on a bed of Bibb lettuce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 can (4-1/2 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 celery ribs, sliced
3/4 cup garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup kidney beans
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup cubed Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup cubed Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain macaroni and rinse in cold water. Add to bean mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 719mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

THREE-BEAN MACARONI SALAD

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Make a Three-Bean Macaroni Salad as colorful as it is tasty. This simple Three-Bean Macaroni Salad features fresh green beans and chopped red onions.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Beans

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed, halved
1 can (15-1/2 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1 can (15-1/2 oz.) great Northern beans, rinsed
1 green pepper, chopped
3/4 cup chopped red onions
1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill

Steps:

Cook macaroni in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding green beans to the boiling water for the last 2 min.; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again.
Place macaroni mixture in large bowl. Add remaining beans, peppers and onions; mix lightly.
Mix remaining ingredients until blended. Add to salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 2.0331 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g