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Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.

Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is NOT safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

 

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The refrigerator light goes on...

Using white beans and yogurt is a great way to create a creamy dressing that doesn't have as much fat or calories but is rich and delicious. The best part is that it also adds a lot of extra fiber to your salad.

This recipe is meant to be a riff on a potato salad but using white beans instead of potatoes. The technique of using the beans and yogurt as a base will work great, however, with a conventional potato salad or even tuna salad. The best part is there are endless variations. For example, you can flavor it with garlic and a bit of parmesan for a Caesar salad taste or some Jerk seasoning to take give it a warm Island flavor.


 

Creamy White Bean Salad

Servings: 4 | Serving size: about 1 cup

Cooking Time: 30 Minutes (about 1 hour chilling time)

This recipe can easily be multiplied or divided by 2. This recipe makes great leftovers and will keep well for 3-4 days.

Creamy White Bean Salad recipe from Dr. Gourmet

Ingredients

Place 1/2 cup of the white beans in a blender.

Add the yogurt, mustard, salt, pepper, and tarragon.

Puree until smooth.

Place the remaining beans in a large mixing bowl with the bell pepper, celery, onions, and the dressing.

Fold together until well blended.

Chill well before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: about 1 cup

Servings: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories 226 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value
Total Fat 0g 0%
    Saturated Fat 0g 0%
    Monounsaturated Fat 0g
    Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 228mg 10%
Total Carbohydrates 39g 14%
    Dietary Fiber 10g 35%
    Sugars 3g
Protein 17g
Vitamin K 44mcg