Pinto Bean Salad with Spiced Molasses Dressing

Name: Pinto Bean Salad with Spiced Molasses Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes not packed in oil; 1 clove garlic; 1/2 cup molasses; 2 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 2 teaspoons olive oil, extra-virgin; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 1/2 teaspoons chipotle chili peppers minced, in adobo sauce (optional); 1 x salt to taste; 1 x black pepper freshly ground, to taste; 15 ounces pinto beans rinsed, canned; 1 each green bell peppers seeded and diced; 1 small red onion diced

Servings: persons

1/2 cup sundried tomatoes not packed in oil
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup molasses
2 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil, extra-virgin
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons chipotle chili peppers minced, in adobo sauce (optional)
1 x salt to taste
1 x black pepper freshly ground, to taste
15 ounces pinto beans rinsed, canned
1 each green bell peppers seeded and diced
1 small red onion diced

1
Place tomatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water.
2
Bring to a simmer.
3
Reduce heat to low and simmer until softened, about 10 minutes.
4
Drain and place in a blender with garlic, molasses, vinegar, oil, mustard and chipotle, if using.
5
Puree until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides once or twice.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
Combine beans, bell pepper and onion in a large bowl.
8
Toss with dressing.
9
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
10
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes not packed in oil, 1 clove garlic, 1/2 cup molasses, 2 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Pinto Bean Salad with Spiced Molasses Dressing falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!