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Bean and Bacon Salad

By: Declan's Mama 
"My father used to enjoy making this when we were kids. Now I make it for potlucks, and it's a huge crowd pleaser!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (17)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 10 slices bacon
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 dash ground black pepper

Directions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Drain, cool, and crumble.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mayonnaise, and sugar.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the bacon, kidney beans, cabbage, celery, parsley, and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the vinegar dressing mixture over the salad, and toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 301 | Total Fat: 21.3g | Cholesterol: 24mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2004 by Leigh Ann   view full review
I made this with Splenda instead of sugar and added 1/2 cup each: chopped sweet red pepper and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2005 by AMYANDBREN   view full review
Would give this 6 *'s if I could. Very fresh. Lots of chopping, but worth it. I'm not very...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 9, 2004 by stevensmom   view full review
This was a hit at the last family BBQ!
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2004 by KIMAR   view full review
I liked the bacon flavor and the vinagrette was tasty, but the appearance wasn't very...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2005 by DONNATHOMAS   view full review
good quick salad that's good for you and filling
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 31, 2008 by Lindsay   view full review
VERY Good. I was looking for something to help use up my left over shredded cabbage, and man...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 15, 2007 by SHANNAO   view full review
We really like the flavors in this salad. Nice blend of tangy and savory.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2006 by DEMSTAR5   view full review
This is a beautiful, easy refreshing salad. It was easy to execute. I used red and white...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2011 by dgessner   view full review
Very good. The beans make it very filling and give it an interesting texture.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2009 by Spiceman   view full review
Like a kidney bean coleslaw! This recipe is quick and delicious. I did however change a few of...

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