Bacon and Kidney Bean Salad
Bacon and Kidney Bean Salad combines smoky, crispy bacon with tender beans and crunchy cabbage and celery, all coated in a creamy, lightly sweet and tangy dressing. The mix of textures and the hint of fresh parsley make it bright yet hearty. Serve it chilled at picnics, potlucks, or as a satisfying lunch alongside crusty bread.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Drain it, let it cool, and crumble it.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, mayonnaise, and sugar together.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the bacon, kidney beans, cabbage, celery, parsley, and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the vinegar dressing mixture over the salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Calories 258.78 kcal Moderate
- Protein 11.28 g Good Source
- Carbs 18.94 g Moderate
- Total Fat 16.59 g High
- Saturated Fat 3.16 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 17.16 mg Moderate
- Sodium 491.86 mg High
- Fiber 5.05 g Moderate
- Sugar 6.95 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.18 g Low Source
- Calcium 31.87 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.44 mg Low Source
- Potassium 318.95 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 79.87 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 6.62 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Bacon and Kidney Bean Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Black Pepper, Celery, and Diced Onion. Each serving provides about 258.78 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bacon and Kidney Bean Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Bacon and Kidney Bean Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Black Pepper, Celery, Diced Onion, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bacon and Kidney Bean Salad?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 258.78 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bacon and Kidney Bean Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
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