Kidney Bean Salad from Betty Crocker Cookbook
Refreshing, creamy, and bursting with crunch, this Kidney Bean Salad from the beloved Betty Crocker Cookbook is a timeless classic that’s as satisfying as it is simple. Featuring hearty kidney beans paired with crisp celery, sweet red onion, and vibrant green bell pepper, this dish is coated in a tangy, slightly sweet mayonnaise-based dressing with just a hint of apple cider vinegar for brightness. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking time, it’s the perfect make-ahead side dish for picnics, barbecues, or quick weeknight dinners. Garnished with fresh parsley and best served chilled, this protein-packed salad is a versatile addition to any table. Keywords: kidney bean salad recipe, classic bean salad, easy no-cook side dish, Betty Crocker recipes, summer salads, protein-packed salads.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Kidney beans (canned, drained, and rinsed)
- 1 cup Celery (chopped)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup Green bell pepper (chopped)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed kidney beans, chopped celery, red onion, and green bell pepper.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture. Stir gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 4
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt or pepper.
Step 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Before serving, sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad for a fresh touch, if desired.
Step 7
Serve chilled as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (892.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1347.1 |
| Total Fat 88.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 117.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2097.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 114.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.3g | |
| Protein 28.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 229.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1903.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories