Black Beans and Escarole Salad
Serves 4|
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Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 small red onion, peeled and finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped chipotle chilies in adobo sauce (found in the international aisle)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 head escarole, washed and trimmed of tough leaves
- 12 ounces store-bought guacamole
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Directions
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic, salt, onion, and vinegar. Season with the pepper, then whisk in the oil.
- Place the beans in a large bowl. Pour ¾ of the dressing over them. Add the chipotle and cilantro. Toss, cover, and set aside.
- Preheat grill pan over medium heat.
- Toss the escarole with the remaining dressing. Grill for 3 minutes, turning constantly, until just wilted and golden.
- Serve with the beans, guacamole, avocado, and lime wedges.
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 500Calories From Fat 325
- Fat 36g
- Sat Fat 10g
- Cholesterol 0mg
- Sodium 1,301mg
- Protein 13g
- Carbohydrate 42g
- Sugar 5g
- Fiber 16g
- Iron 4mg
- Calcium 127mg
What does this mean? See
Nutrition 101
.
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Quick Tip
Escarole is a leafy green in the endive family, with a flavor similar to a radicchio’s. Less bitter substitutes in this dish
would be kale or Swiss chard.
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