Warm Bean, Snap Pea, and Tomato Salad Recipe

Name: Warm Bean, Snap Pea, and Tomato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces wax beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup); 4 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed and cut in half (about 1 cup); 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 4 scallions, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 cups cooked cannellini beans, drained; 2 beefsteak tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice, juice and seeds reserved; 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves

Servings: persons

1
Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside.
2
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil over high heat.
3
Add the wax beans, and cook until crisp-tender and bright, about 2 1/2 minutes.
4
Remove the beans with a slotted spoon, and immediately plunge into the ice bath.
5
Drain, and set aside.
6
Repeat with the snap peas, blanching them about 1 minute.
7
Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
8
Add the scallions and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until soft but not browned, about 3 minutes.
9
Add the cannellini beans, and cook until just heated through, about 2 minutes more.
10
Transfer the mixture to a large bowl.
11
Add the wax beans, snap peas, tomatoes and reserved juice and seeds, and salt.
12
Season with pepper.
13
Using a sharp knife, cut the basil into very thin strips; add to the bean mixture.
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Toss to combine; serve warm.
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(Per serving)
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Calories: 177
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Fat: 4g
18
Cholesterol: 0mg
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Carbohydrate: 28g
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Sodium: 255mg
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Protein: 9g
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Fiber: 11g

427

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces wax beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup), 4 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed and cut in half (about 1 cup), 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 4 scallions, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds, and more.

Yes, Warm Bean, Snap Pea, and Tomato Salad 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!

Warm Bean, Snap Pea, and Tomato Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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