Low Fat Watercress Kidney Bean Salad Recipe

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Low Fat Watercress Kidney Bean Salad Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked red kidney beans, roman or cranberry beans
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons olive, preferably extra-virgin
  • 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar (2 to 3)
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups stemmed watercress or arugula
  • 1/4 cup shaved parmesan cheese, optional

Method

  1. In a large bowl, combine beans, onions, basil, oil and 2 tablespoons of the vinegar.
  2. Add salt, pepper and additional vinegar to taste.
  3. Arrange the watercress or arugula on a platter.
  4. Spoon the beans on top.
  5. Sprinkle with cheese, if using, and serve.
  6. Makes 4 servings.

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