Three-Bean SaladRomulo Yanes
A salad from your pantry and fridge: Canned and frozen beans are the secret behind this attractive mix that includes crunchy celery and earthy cumin.
Recipe information
Total Time
35 min
Yield
Makes 6 (side dish) servings
Ingredients
1
1/2 cups frozen shelled edamame (8 ounces)
1
/4 cup olive oil
1
teaspoon ground cumin
1
(15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1
(15-ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
1
/2 cup chopped red onion
2
cups thinly sliced celery
2
tablespoons fresh lime juice
1
/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1
teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1
1/2 teaspoons salt
1
/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Preparation
Step 1
Cook edamame in a 1 1/2 - to 2-quart saucepan of boiling salted water, uncovered, 4 minutes. Drain in a colander, then rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2
Heat oil in a small heavy skillet over moderately low heat until hot but not smoking, then cook cumin, stirring, until fragrant and a shade darker, about 30 seconds. Pour into a large heatproof bowl.
Step 3
Add edamame and remaining ingredients to cumin oil and toss to coat. Let stand 10 minutes for flavors to blend.