Mixed Vegetable Salad
Here's a variation on 3-Bean Salad. Enjoy!
Servings: 6
Calories: 235kcal
Ingredients
- 10 oz. frozen mixed vegetables
- 15 oz. kidney beans rinsed and drained
- 1 cup sweet onion chopped
Sweet and Sour Sauce
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients for this recipe so you have everything on the counter or table.
Prepare the Ingredients
- Rinse and drain 15 oz. kidney beans in a colander.
- Using a sharp knife and cutting board, mince 1 cup sweet onion.
Make the Salad
- Place 10 oz. frozen mixed vegetables in a medium glass bowl and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Stir in the kidney beans and minced onion.
Prepare the Sweet and Sour Sauce
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch to a boil, whisking constantly until thickened.
- Let cool for 5 minutes and pour over vegetables. Season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Toss to combine. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours. Serves 4-6.
Nutrition
Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 221mg | Potassium: 435mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 2400IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 3mg
