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Bean Salad Recipe - A Fresh, Healthy and Spicy Bean recipe

Bean salad is a great way to get the health benefits from beans. Beans are a good source of protein, they're full of fiber and are said to ...

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Place whole potatoes (do not poke) into microwave-safe dish. Cover dish. (If covering dish with plastic wrap, poke small hole in plastic.)

Microwave on high 10 to 12 minutes depending on strength of microwave. Use oven mitts to remove dish from microwave. Carefully remove cover from dish and beware of steam buildup, and let cool.

Cut potatoes into bite-size pieces, and place in a large bowl with remaining ingredients. Stir well to mix.

Note: Russets, yellow or white potatoes can be substituted, but make sure to peel skins off potatoes after cooking and cooling, but before tossing with remaining ingredients

Makes 4 servings.

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