BEAN SALAD IN BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

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Here's an easy, delicious, and healthy bean salad that I've put together, using one of Michel Montignac's low-carb vinaigrettes. The vinaigrette is great in other salad recipes too.

Provided by Lumberjackie

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (19 ounce) can mixed beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can yellow beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can green beans, drained and rinsed
1/4-1/2 green pepper, chopped
1/4-1/2 orange bell peppers or 1/4-1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1/4-1/2 red onions or 1/4-1/2 vidalia onion, chopped
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup vegetable stock
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 large garlic clove, peeled and crushed
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients.
  • Combine the vegetables and add enough vinaigrette to coat. Refrigerate and allow the salad to marinate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.8, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 6.9, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 2.7

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