Calypso Bean Salad On Greens (1 Pt

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, protein-packed salad featuring black and cannellini beans tossed in a zesty lime-garlic dressing.
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This Calypso Bean Salad is a refreshing, hearty dish that balances earthy beans with bright citrus notes. The combination of black and cannellini beans provides a satisfying texture, while the red bell pepper and scallions add crunch and color. The dressing, made with fresh lime juice, lemon-flavored olive oil, and minced garlic, infuses the ingredients with a zesty, aromatic punch. It’s perfect for warm-weather lunches, potlucks, or as a light, nutritious side dish. The flavors meld beautifully when allowed to rest, making it an excellent make-ahead meal. Serve over torn lettuce leaves for a complete, vibrant plate that feels both fresh and comforting.

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Calypso Bean Salad On Greens (1 Pt

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 737.7

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This Calypso Bean Salad is a refreshing, hearty dish that balances earthy beans with bright citrus notes. The combination of black and cannellini beans provides a satisfying texture, while the red bell pepper and scallions add crunch and color. The dressing, made with fresh lime juice, lemon-flavored olive oil, and minced garlic, infuses the ingredients with a zesty, aromatic punch. It&# 226;€™s perfect for warm-weather lunches, potlucks, or as a light, nutritious side dish. The flavors meld beautifully when allowed to rest, making it an excellent make-ahead meal. Serve over torn lettuce leaves for a complete, vibrant plate that feels both fresh and comforting.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, lemon-flavored olive oil, minced garlic, and salt until well combined.
  2. Add the rinsed black beans and cannellini beans to the dressing, stirring gently to coat evenly.
  3. Fold in the chopped red bell pepper, scallions, and cilantro until all ingredients are uniformly mixed.
  4. Let the bean mixture stand at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Divide the torn lettuce leaves evenly among 12 plates as a base.
  6. Top each portion of lettuce with approximately 1/2 cup of the bean salad.
  7. Serve immediately at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 737.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.2g12%
Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2482.6mg104%
Total Carbohydrate 134.1g45%
Dietary Fiber 46.7g187%
Sugars 13.0g
Protein 46.6g94%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: bean, beans, bell, black, calypso, canned, cannellini, chopped, cilantro, clove, drained, flavored, fresh, garlic, greens, juice, leaves, lemon, lettuce, lime
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