Elements For A Healthier Life Magazine Issue 01 | May 2016 | Page 29

The Versatility

of Beans

Beans are easy to store, a great source of protein and soluble fiber. You can purchase them fresh, canned, frozen, dried and in flour form. They make a great addition to soups, main dishes, side dishes, appetizers

and snacks.

This is sure to be

one of your favorite summer-time recipes.

1 can of each of the following, drained, and rinsed:

Yellow corn

White corn

Black eyed peas

Black beans

Small can of green chilies or a small can of diced jalapenos (if you like it hotter). You can also use fresh jalapenos, be careful to remove ribs and seeds.

1-1/2 to 2 chopped peppers of any color (I like to use red, yellow & orange for the color)

1/2 sweet onion chopped

3-4 ripe Roma tomatoes diced

Salt & pepper to taste

Fresh cilantro, chopped

Combine all of the above ingredients in a large bowl.

Add 1/2 bottle of your favorite Italian dressing (or make your own) & stir well.

Refrigerate overnight.

In the morning, stir and if dry, add slightly more dressing.

Serve with Tostitos scoops. Enjoy!

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Bean & Corn

From Tae Lynne

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