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Marinated 3-Bean Salad with Avocado

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Marinated 3-Bean Salad with Avocado

Total Time: 10 min

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Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information
per serving

Calories 330
Total Fat 19g
Saturated Fat 2.5g
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g
Monounsaturated Fat 12g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 350mg
Total Carbs 33g
Dietary Fiber 13g
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 10g
Potassium 765mg

Vitamin A 77 mcg; Vitamin C 8 mg; Calcium 88 mg; Iron 3 mg; Vitamin D 0 mcg; Folate 84 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.19 g

% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 8%; Vitamin C 8%; Calcium 6%; Iron 15 %; Vitamin D 0%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Classic three-bean salad gets a lift with tasty herbs, crunchy carrots and creamy California Avocados. It’s a perfect dish for picnics, potlucks or anytime you want a hearty cold side dish.

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Serves: 8

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1/3 cup olive oil 1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar 1/2 tsp. sea salt 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes 1 small shallot, peeled and minced 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced 1/2 cup mixed chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, cilantro, chives, basil, dill) 3 (15.5 oz.) cans low sodium or no salt added beans (such as 1 can each of cannellini beans, garbanzo beans and kidney beans), rinsed and drained 1/2 cup sliced carrots (crinkle cut/coin cut), halved or quartered if large 2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados
  1. In a large bowl whisk together the oil, vinegar and salt until the salt dissolves.
  2. Whisk in the red pepper flakes, shallot, garlic and herbs.
  3. Add the beans and carrots and stir gently to evenly coat with the marinade. For best results, cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or up to two days.
  4. Just before serving, seed, peel and cube the avocados. Gently fold into the marinaded beans and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestion: Spoon into pita pockets along with leaf lettuce for three-bean and avocado sandwich.

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*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Did You Know?

California Avocados can be used as a substitute for butter. Learn about avocados and dietary guidelines for Americans.

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Recipe Categories: Dairy Free Gluten Free Have A Plant® Salads & Dressings Side Dishes Vegetarian
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As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados

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