Best Lima Bean Salad Recipes

LEMONY ZUCCHINI, CHICKPEA, AND LIMA BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Combine lima beans, chickpeas, zucchini, onion, romaine, Parmesan, and chopped basil. Add lemon juice, oil, red-pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, and toss to combine. Garnish with basil sprigs.

MARINATED LIMA BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first 11 ingredients; shake well. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour. , In a serving bowl, combine the lima beans, onion, mushrooms and pimientos. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.

LIMA BEAN AND CORN SALAD

Steps:

• Fry bacon until crisp, drain and crumble.
• Blanch lima beans in lightly salted boiling water about 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Blanch corn in unsalted boiling water until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. As vegetables complete cooking, drain in colander and rinse under cold running water to stop cooking and refresh the vegetables.
• Combine beans, corn, scallions, bacon, mayonnaise and vinegar. Toss to coat and add salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate 2 to 4 hours for flavors to blend.

CORN 'N' LIMA BEAN TOSSED SALAD

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, bring lima beans and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add corn; simmer 4-5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Drain and cool., In a small bowl, combine the lettuce, red peppers, onion and bean mixture. Refrigerate until chilled. , Just before serving, combine the lime juice, oil, parsley, salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

ARTICHOKE, LIMA BEAN AND PEA SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk vinegar, shallot and cream in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
• Bring chicken broth to simmer in large saucepan. Add lima beans. Cover and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer beans to large bowl. Add artichoke hearts to broth. Cook 2 minutes. Add peas. Cover and cook until peas and artichokes are heated through, about 3 minutes longer. Drain well. Add to beans.
• Add chopped mint to vegetables. Mix in enough vinaigrette to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with mint sprigs. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CORN AND LIMA BEAN PASTA SALAD WITH CRAB

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
• Cook the lima beans in the boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes. Add the corn and continue to cook until the corn is tender, about 2 minutes more. Transfer the beans and corn to a colander with a slotted spoon and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain well and add to the bowl with the dressing.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl.
• Add the crabmeat, celery, chives and parsley to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

WILD-RICE AND LIMA-BEAN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY RELISH

Steps:

• Pulse cranberries, orange zest and juice, 1/2 cup mint, sugar, and 2 teaspoons salt in a food processor just until finely chopped. Transfer to a small bowl. (Relish can be refrigerated, covered, up to 1 day.)
• Cook lima beans in a pot of generously salted boiling water until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to an ice-water bath; let cool completely, then drain. Meanwhile, return pot of water to a boil and stir in rice. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until tender, 35 to 40 minutes; drain. Spread rice on a lightly oiled rimmed baking sheet; let cool completely.
• Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium skillet over medium. Add shallot and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Add lima beans; season with salt and pepper. Cook, gently stirring occasionally, until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Transfer lima-bean mixture to a large bowl. Stir in rice, 1/3 cup relish, vinegar, parsley, and remaining 2 tablespoons each mint and oil. Generously season with salt and pepper; serve.

LEMONY ZUCCHINI, CHICKPEA, AND LIMA BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Combine lima beans, chickpeas, zucchini, onion, romaine, Parmesan, and chopped basil. Add lemon juice, oil, red-pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, and toss to combine. Garnish with basil sprigs.

WHEAT BERRY (OR FARRO) AND LIMA BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Bring water and first 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a large saucepan.
• Add the wheat berries or spelt; return to boiling.
• Reduce heat and simmer, covered 45 to 60 minutes or until tender and drain.
• Rinse with cold running water and drain again.
• Or - in a large saucepan soak spelt in water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in the refrigerator for 6 to 24 hours. Do not drain, bring to boiling, reduce heat and simmer, covered for 30 minutes or until tender.
• Transfer wheat berries or spelt to a large bowl.
• Add lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper - toss to combine and let stand 15 minutes.
• Stir in the cucumber, lima beans, tomato, sweet pepper, olive oil, mint and basil.
• Serve immediately or cover and chill for up to 3 days.

LIMA BEAN & CHICKPEA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring lima beans and enough water to cover them to a boil and turn off immediately.
• Pour garbanzo beans/chickpeas into strainer, add lima beans and rinse both with cold water.
• Move beans to a large bowl and add remaining ingredients, stir to combine. Be sure beans are cold so you do not melt the cheese!
• Enjoy!
• NOTE: Herb measurements were taken prior to chopping--chopped measurements will vary.

LIMA-BEAN SALAD WITH ROASTED POBLANOS AND QUESO FRESCO

Steps:

• Rinse beans, removing debris; transfer to a large bowl. Add cold water until covered by at least 2 inches. Refrigerate overnight.
• Drain; transfer beans to a large pot and add enough water to cover by 4 inches. Add yellow onion, carrot, and celery; bring to a simmer. Season generously with salt; reduce heat to medium-low and continue simmering until beans are tender but not falling apart, 40 to 50 minutes. Drain; transfer to a large bowl. Remove and discard vegetables. (Or, if not using immediately, let cool in liquid and refrigerate up to 5 days.)
• Place chiles over the flame of a gas burner or on a grill; roast, turning, until charred on all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cover with a plate; let cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, use a paring knife to remove charred skins. Remove stems and seeds; cut chiles into 1/2-inch pieces.
• In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil. Drizzle over beans; add roasted chiles, red onion, cilantro, and tomatoes. Gently toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with cheese, and serve.

ASPARAGUS, LIMA BEAN AND SALAMI SALAD

Steps:

• 1. In lightly salted boiling water, cook asparagus 3 to 5 minutes, until tender-crisp. Drain into a colander and shock under cold running water for 3 minutes. Allow excess water to drain, stack in bundles and cut into 1 pieces. Place in a large bowl. 2. In the same bowl, add oil, garlic, rosemary, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Add lima beans and salami; toss to coat.

ZESTY LIMA BEAN & TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients.
• Combine salad ingredients: lima beans, onion and tomatoes.
• Carefully add vinaigrette and stir until well blended.
• Allow flavors to mingle for at least a couple of hours, preferably; also, salad tastes best at room temperature.

EDAMAME & LIMA BEAN SALAD RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Steps:

• 1.For the salad Remove peas from shells and cook in boiling salted water. 2.After 2 to 4 minutes, transfer them to a bath of ice water to stop the cooking process. 3.Repeat step 1 for both the edamame and lima beans. 4.In a large bowl, combine peas, edamame, lima beans, green onions, and charred asparagus. 5.Using a wooden spoon, mix in desired amount of white balsamic vinaigrette. 6.Top with shaved Gruyère cheese. Serve cold. 7.For the asparagus, Preheat oven to 400°F. 8.Line a baking sheet with foil and spray generously with cooking spray. 9.Arrange asparagus in a line (without overlapping) and drizzle olive oil evenly over arrangement. 10. Sprinkle sea salt, fresh ground pepper, and red chili pepper flakes evenly over asparagus. 11. When desired level of charred is achieved (approximately 8 to 12 minutes) remove from oven and set aside. 12. For the dressing, Combine sugar, Dijon mustard, sea salt, fresh ground pepper, cumin, cayenne pepper, and garlic with a fork to create a paste. 13. Using a whisk, mix in the olive oil and white balsamic vinegar. 14. Refrigerate, and use for up to 1 week. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25.

LIMA BEAN, CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE

Steps:

• Cut zucchini in half lengthwise, and then into strips.
• Repeat with the carrots.
• Steam carrots 5 to 7 minutes.
• Add zucchini and steam an additional 5 to 7 minutes.
• Add Lima beans and continue steaming until all vegetables are crisp-tender, transferring to a colander as they are cooked and holding under cold water until cool to touch.
• Transfer to a salad bowl and chill.
• Combine yogurt, oil and lemon juice, salt and pepper and blend well.
• Cover and chill thoroughly.
• When ready to serve, add cheese to vegetables and toss lightly.
• Spoon yogurt mixture over and garnish with parsley.

LIMA BEAN AND SPINACH SALAD (ARMENIA)

Steps:

• Toss beans with olive oil in salad bowl; set aside.
• In food processor, combine walnuts, garlic and vinegar until smooth.
• Combine all ingredients.
• Cover, chill 1 hour. Serve.

LIMA BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Toss together the lima beans, pimiento, and green onion. Whisk together dressing ingredients; stir into bean mixture. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

LIMA BEAN AND BASMATI RICE SALAD

Steps:

• Mix yogurt and 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic in small bowl. Cover and chill 1 hour. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add rice; stir until coated with oil, about 2 minutes. Add curry powder, turmeric and 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic and stir 1 minute. Add 2 cups water and salt and bring to boil. Add lima beans. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cool. Stir in remaining olive oil.
• Transfer rice mixture to large bowl. Spoon Tomato-Onion Topping over. Top with 1/4 cup yogurt mixture. Serve, passing remaining yogurt mixture separately.

LIMA BEAN AND SALAMI SALAD

Steps:

• In large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté onion in 4 Tbs. olive oil until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add salami and garlic and cook 1 minute longer. Add lima beans and toss to combine. Transfer mixture to serving dish and allow cool to room temperature.
• In a small bowl, whisk remaining olive oil with vinegar. Pour over bean mixture. Add basil strips and season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss again, then sprinkle pine nuts over top and serve.

HAM AND LIMA BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Cook lima beans according to package directions. Drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again.
• In a mixing bowl combine beans, mushrooms, onion, ham, olives, parsley, and pimiento.
• For dressing, in a screw-top jar combine vinegar, oil, garlic, sugar, salt, lemon juice and pepper. Cover, shake to combine. Pour over bean mixture. Toss to coat. Cover; chill 3 to 24 hours before serving, stirring once or twice.