Bean Salad Recipes

"This hearty salad lasts for days in the fridge - perfect for leftovers. We like to spoon it onto pita...

I had experimented with all kinds of bean salads before I hit on this one. My husband loves all the...

Spinach orzo salad combines tender pasta, wilted spinach and protein-packed chickpeas in a bright lemon dressing that tastes even better...

Don’t let the ingredient list fool you—this summery chicken salad is so simple! Prepare it in the morning; let it...

This protein-filled dish could be served as a colorful side dish or a meatless main entree. When you make it,...

Southwest quinoa salad is a hearty, but not heavy, dish that combines protein powerhouses black beans and quinoa with colorful...

Everybody goes for this super fresh salad with the cumin-coriander dressing, especially on warm days. —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California...

Spending time in the kitchen with my late aunt was so much fun because she was an amazing cook and...

This chickpea cucumber salad is a refreshingly tangy side dish to serve alongside just about any meal. As the cucumbers...

Greek chickpea salad is packed with nutrients and super-easy to make. It's the perfect lunch on the go.

Cooking healthy doesn't mean you have to spend hours in a hot kitchen. Debbie Terenzini-Wilkerson serves a low-fat, fuss-free fiesta...

Beans will bring bravos when you present this pleasant pasta and veggie salad. "I first made it for friends who...

"This medley of beans won the enthusiastic approval of my husband, who says he'll eat low-fat, low-cholesterol food only if...

I came across this recipe while spending a winter in Arizona. Now as soon as we return home each spring,...

The unexpected combination of flavors and textures in this cool salad sparks taste buds. It can be a main course...

Parsley is a pretty accent to a colorful combination of beans, black-eyed peas and onion. the sweet and tangy dressing...

Here in California, we cook out year-round. I grill extra chicken specifically for this quick meal. It's so colorful and...

Each time I take this dish to a church supper, I get many, many requests to share the recipe. My...

This four-bean salad goes over big at potlucks because it's not too sweet and not too sour. It's ideal for...

I had a recipe for three-bean salad and added garbanzo beans for taste and color. It soon became my father...

Even folks who normally don't care for black beans will find this fresh dish delicious. With its contrasting colors and...

Anita Gibson of Clinton, Illinois shares colorful, crunchy and slightly sweet Mixed Vegetable Salad.

During my undergrad years, my roommate taught me how to cook vegetarian dishes like brown rice with pintos. It's so...

My red, white and green salad is inspired by the Italian flag. Top it with shaved Parmesan. —Malia Estes, Allston,...

This eye-catching black eyed pea salad is packed with nutrient-dense ingredients for a healthy dish that's ready for weeknights or...

I discovered this taco salad while I was on a health kick. My husband and I love it now. When...

Take this colorful dish to the buffet at a family gathering, or enjoy it as a great meal all by...

My family loves a good steak dinner, but with busy schedules, I'm often thinking about ways to put new and...

This salad is a welcome alternative to the usual post-Thanksgiving fare. It's a tasty main dish loaded with good-for-you protein....