This Baked Beans Salad is a classic sweet-and-tangy side dish made with baked beans, fresh veggies, and a creamy dressing. It’s perfect for BBQs, picnics, potlucks, and family gatherings.
⏱ Prep Time
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Prep: 15 minutes
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Chill: 1 hour
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Total: ~1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6–8
🍳 Equipment
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Mixing bowl
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Whisk
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Cutting board
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Knife
🥘 Ingredients
🫘 Salad
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2 cans (28 oz / 800g) baked beans, drained
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½ cup red onion, finely chopped
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½ cup green bell pepper, chopped
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½ cup celery, chopped
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½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
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¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
🥣 Creamy Dressing
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½ cup mayonnaise
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2 tbsp sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
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2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
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2 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Salad
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In a large bowl, add baked beans, onion, bell pepper, celery, bacon, and cheese.
Step 2: Make Dressing
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In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Combine
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Pour dressing over the beans mixture.
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Gently toss until everything is well coated.
Step 4: Chill
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for best flavor.
🍽 Flavor & Texture
✔ Sweet and tangy
✔ Creamy dressing
✔ Crunchy fresh vegetables
✔ Smoky bacon flavor
⭐ Tips & Variations
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Healthier: Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo.
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Vegetarian: Skip bacon and add diced cucumber.
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Spicy: Add chopped jalapeño or chili flakes.
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BBQ flavor: Mix in 2 tbsp barbecue sauce.
📊 Nutrition Facts (Approx per serving)
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Calories: 280
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Fat: 16g
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Carbs: 28g
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Protein: 7g
