With the start of the winter we all want to have something easy delicious and healthy and warm too. So this recipe is packed with all to meet your needs. Kidney beans are a very good source of cholesterol-lowering fiber, as are most other beans. In addition to lowering cholesterol, kidney beans' high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising too rapidly after a meal, making these beans an especially good choice for individuals with diabetes, insulin resistance or hypoglycemia.Kidney beans' contribution to heart health lies not just in their fiber, but in the significant amounts of folate and magnesium these beans supply.If you're wondering how to replace red meat in your menus, become a fan of kidney beans. These hearty beans are a good source of protein, and when combined with a whole grain such as whole wheat pasta or brown rice provide protein comparable to that of meat or dairy foods without the high calories or saturated fat found in these foods.So what are you waiting for a delicious healthy recipe is on your way....relish and stay healthy.
Spicy Warm Kidney Beans Salad
Ingredients
- 1 cup kidney beans boiled
- 1 onion sliced
- 1 tsp ginger chopped
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 tomato sliced
- 1/2 cup green peas
- 3 tbsp tomato garlic sauce
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp dry basil/ or fresh leaves
- 1 green chilly chopped (optional)
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 tsp lime juice
- shaved cheese slices
- 1tsp chopped parsley for garnish
- 3 drops balsamic vinegar
- Heat oil in pan. Then add chopped garlic fry till little golden. Add sliced onion. Fry till translucent. Then add boiled kidney beans, boiled green peas, sliced green bell pepper, salt and pepper. Stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Then add tomato garlic sauce. Mix well. Add sliced tomato and green chilly if using. Mix well. Put off the flame. Add lime juice. Now garnish with shaved cheese slices...more the merrier ...;) , chopped parsley and drops of balsamic vinegar. Serve and relish warm spicy kidney bean salad.
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