PINTO BEAN SALAD WITH SPICED MOLASSES DRESSING

PINTO BEAN SALAD WITH SPICED MOLASSES DRESSING image

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 c sun-dried tomatoes, not packed in oil
1 clove garlic
1/2 c molasses
2 1/2 Tbs cider vinegar
2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp dry mustard
1 1/2 tsp minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, optional
Salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste
2 15-oz cans pinto beans, rinsed
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 small red onion, diced

Steps:

1. Place tomatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer until softened, about 10 minutes. Drain and place in a blender with garlic, molasses, vinegar, oil, mustard, and chipotle, if using. Puree until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides once or twice. Season with salt and pepper. 2. Combine beans, bell pepper, and onion in a large bowl. Toss with dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.