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Black 'N' White Bean Salad

Submitted by: Kay Ogden 
Blank 'n' White Bean Salad is a cool, hearty side dish Kay Ogden created after tasting a similar one in a restaurant. 'It goes together in no time and complements most entrees,' reports this Grants Pass, Oregon reader. 

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Black Bean and Corn Salad

Submitted by: Darlene Temple 
This recipe is a favorite with my husband and five boys, all hearty eaters. It's filling, economical and, best of all, easy to prepare. I spend many afternoons driving our sons back and forth to their wrestling and band practices, piano lessons, Boy Scout meetings and church activities. 

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Southwestern Rice and Bean Salad

Submitted by: Sherre Yurenko 
This salad has a definite Mexican influence with the beans and picante sauce. I've made it for many get-togethers, and it's been well-received. 

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Southwest Pork and Bean Salad

Submitted by: Lynn Biscott 
'This salad is tasty on its own,' writes Lynn Biscott of Toronto, Ontario, 'but we also like it as a filling for tacos or tortillas.' 

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Chili-Cumin Bean Salad

Submitted by: Michelle Smith 
'A gal at work shared this interesting bean salad with me a few years ago,' notes Michelle Smith of Running Springs, California. 'It has lots texture and gets a little kick from the chili powder and cumin without being too hot. It's a nice favorite at our family gatherings. For a hearty change of pace, serve it in a tortilla with slices of grilled chicken breast.' 

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Colorful Black Bean Salad

Submitted by: Laurie Mace 
Cherry tomatoes and yellow pepper add splashes of color this black bean salad. 'I like to let it stand for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend,' suggests Laurie Mace of Los Osos, California. 

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Southwestern Macaroni Salad

Submitted by: Nancy Clancy 
From Standish, Maine, Nancy Clancy writes, 'This salad is like having salsa mixed with macaroni--it's yummy! It serves a lot, which makes it a great side for any gathering. I sometimes add a little cayenne pepper for those who like it hot. 

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South of the Border Salad

Submitted by: Paula Ishii 
'Several years ago, a co-worker gave me the recipe for this fast-to-fix summer salad,' recalls Paula Ishii of Ralston, Nebraska. 'I usually have all the ingredients on hand, so I frequently take it to potlucks when I'm short on time.' 

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Black Bean Pasta Salad

Submitted by: Debbie Jones 
Cooking healthy doesn't mean you have to spend hours in a hot kitchen. Debbie Jones serves a low-fat, fuss-free fiesta at her California, Maryland home by simply combining a refrigerating a few tasty ingredients. 

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Brown Rice Lentil Salad

Submitted by: DeAnn Howard 
'My family isn't always crazy about trying new recipes,' DeAnn Howard writes from Grinnell, Iowa. 'The first time I served this salad, they took tiny helpings just to appease me. But the unanimous verdict was 'It tastes great!'' 
 
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