Three-bean salad is a staple for picnics, cookouts, and potlucks. It’s easy to make and tote and goes well with everything. This slight adaptation from a recipe on The Mediterranean Dish website is richer in protein, with chickpeas and cannellini beans joining the red kidney. Add crumbled feta and it’s a meal in itself. Save time and use bottled dressing. Serves 8. – Susan Puckett Vinaigrette: · 2 garlic cloves, minced · 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard · 2

A handy recipe for the next time you need an irresistible appetizer. Ingredients: · 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed · ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese · ½ cup prepared fresh salsa · 4 8-inch whole-wheat tortillas · 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided · 1 ripe avocado, diced Directions: 1. Combine beans, cheese and ¼ cup salsa in a medium bowl. 2. Place tortillas on a work surface. 3. Spread ½ cup filling on

“White chili” has become a popular alternative to that standard bowl of red, and a reliable choice to serve at a Super Bowl party or some other gathering that might include folks averse to red meat and mouth-searing spice. Most recipes include turkey or chicken, cannellini beans and mild green chiles in a rich, creamy base. For this version, an extra can of beans is pureed and folded into the mixture for thickening rather than cream, saving some calories and boosting the fibe