Old Fashioned Three Bean Salad
Without a doubt, everybody’s favorite bean salad and certainly the one most often made in this country. Still a hit for picnics and casual party buffets, this one features our delicious pinto beans and should be made the day before for the best flavor.
1 48-ounce jar Randall Pinto Beans, drained and rinsed
1 1 pound can green beans, drained and rinsed
1 1 pound can wax beans, drained and rinsed
1 medium green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
1 large sweet salad onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Dressing:
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
Gently toss together all of the beans.
Toss in the peppers, onion and parsley.
In a small non-reactive pot, heat together the vinegar and sugar, stirring, until sugar is completely dissolved. Allow to cool completely.
In a small bowl whisk all of the dressing ingredients together.
Pour the dressing over the bean mixture, gently tossing to mix well.
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Toss before serving.
Serve on a crisp lettuce leaf.
8 servings.