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Cold Green Bean Salad

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"This is so simple the prep time is next to nothing. My mother served this with rare roast beef sandwiches on Sunday nights." — Dale

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Original recipe makes 8 servings Change Servings

2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained
1 red onion, sliced in rings

1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

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Directions

Place beans in a serving dish. Toss with onions and salad dressing. Cover with plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour.

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PREP 10 mins
READY IN 1 hr 10 mins

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I like to make 3 Bean Salad often in the Summer, picnic, months. I made this salad one day when I didn't have the wax beans and kidney beans. It really is very simple. While very tasty I think I still like the 3 bean look of the salad being more complex and fancy. Anyway, instead of using Italian dressing, which is fine in a pinch I'm sure,it's a little too tangy and I like it a little sweeter. I used a 3 bean dressing, 3/4 cup white sugar 2/3 cup distilled white vinegar 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon celery seed Still very easy and fast. Of course, better affter a long marinate.

—JUSTCYN

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Apr 20, 2011

Changed the servings to 24 for a party--then accidentally got French cut green beans--6 cans of beans only required 1 bottle(16oz) of Italian dressing--Holy cow! Any more would have been pucker-mouth city! And, no chance on three full onions--I only added 1/4 of one!! Cannot imagine eating this at its full ingredients amounts!!

—lisandreasings

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Jul 21, 2003

I used this for a camping meal for 100 people. Drain the canned beans really well, I put the cans of beans open end down in the sink while slicing the onions. We also let it marinate overnight, sweet... too easy. Thanks Dale for such a great recipe.

—IM BLEST

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Aug 29, 2002

I must admit, I was totally skeptical of such a simple recipe that didn't seem to make any sense. I made it for our recent office St Pat's party and it was a hit! This is a great summer salad that is light and refreshing. I only used around 10oz of dressing though and my beans were swimming! Great recipe. Try it out!

—GAIADENNIS

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Mar 31, 2009

Rinse cans of green beans, always. It really makes a better difference in the taste! Takes the can taste out.

—Susan

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Feb 23, 2005

So simple, quick and GOOD!! My oh-so-picky boyfriend had 3 helpings! I did only use half a bottle of dressing, it seemed like plenty. Will definitely make again and again and again!!!

—WELDNGIRL

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Jun 25, 2008

It was a bit hit at the family reunion. I used a can of regular green bean and a can of wax beans for a bit more color. I also substituted Newman's Own Low Fat Sesame Ginger Dressing.

—Leslie F.

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Apr 20, 2009

You'll like it even better if you add: - 1 tablespoon of sugar to the Italian dressing, and - 1 can of sliced water chestnuts. The additions turn it into a 5-star recipe, in my opinion. I also make it with a can each of green and wax beans for a little more interest. Yummy!

—LRios

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Nutrition

Calories
184 kcal
9%

Carbohydrates
10.6 g
3%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
15.7 g
24%

Fiber
2 g
8%

Protein
1.2 g
2%

Sodium
1213 mg
49%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Cold Green Bean Salad

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 184
Calories from Fat: 141

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.7g 24 %
Saturated Fat 2.5g 12 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 1213mg 49 %
Potassium 47mg 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 10.6g 3 %
Dietary Fiber 2g 8 %
Protein 1.2g 2 %
Sugars 6.9g
Vitamin A 6 %
Vitamin C 3 %
Calcium 3 %
Iron 10 %
** Thiamin < 1 %
** Niacin < 1 %
** Vitamin B6 3 %
** Magnesium 1 %
** Folate 1 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.