How to Make Fabulous Hot Five Bean Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a healthy and delicious dish that's perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight dinner? Look no further than this fabulous hot five bean salad recipe! Packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.

What makes this five bean salad so special? It's all in the combination of ingredients. With a mix of different beans, herbs, and a tangy dressing, this salad is a feast for the senses. The heat from the jalapenos adds a spicy k...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound bacon
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • ¾ cup distilled white vinegar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can wax beans, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 11
  • Yield: 10 to 12 servings

  • Cut bacon into small pieces using kitchen shears, and place in a large skillet. Cook, turning frequently, over medium high heat until evenly browned. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup drippings. Set bacon aside.
  • Return reserved drippings to skillet. Mix together sugar, cornstarch, and salt and pepper; blend into drippings. Stir in vinegar and water; cook and stir until boiling. Stir in drained beans. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  • Turn bean mixture into serving dish. Crumble bacon over beans.
  • Nutrition

    350 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 28mg
    • Sodium: 1168mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 47mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 131mg