Bean Vinaigrette
Description
Bean Vinaigrette - Authentic recipe from Argentina. Ready in 20 min. Vegan. Try it now!
Directions
✓ researched- 1
Drain 300 g white beans (cooked/canned). Dice 2 tomatoes. Place in a bowl.
⏱️ approx. 12 min💡 Tip: Bean Vinaigrette (Porotos en Vinagreta) is an Argentine bean salad — white beans with tomatoes and a balsamic vinaigrette. Fresh, protein-rich, vegan. A popular side dish for Asado.
- 2
Optional: add onions, bell pepper, parsley. Mix the beans and tomatoes.
⏱️ approx. 12 min💡 Tip: White beans (creamy, protein-rich) and fresh tomatoes. The vinaigrette (balsamic, olive oil) absorbs best when the salad rests for a while. Parsley and onions add freshness.
- 3
Whisk together 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper. Pour over the salad and let it marinate. Garnish with parsley.
⏱️ approx. 12 min💡 Tip: Bean Vinaigrette is served as a side dish with Asado (grilled meat), as a starter or a light main course — the creamy beans with tomatoes and vinaigrette. Protein-rich and vegan.
📜 Origin & History
Bean Vinaigrette (Spanish: Ensalada de Porotos a la Vinagreta; French: Salade de Haricots à la Vinaigrette) is a classic European-Argentine bean salad: cooked beans (white beans, kidney beans, or green beans) are dressed with a classic vinaigrette made from white wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, and parsley. Bean Vinaigrette is widespread in France ('Flageolets à la Vinaigrette'), Spain, and through European immigration in Argentina and Uruguay. White beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) originate from America and were brought to Europe and the entire Mediterranean region after the Columbian Exchange (1492); from there, they returned to Argentina with European immigrants. Vinaigrette (from French 'vinaigre' = vinegar) is the classic European salad dressing tradition. In Germany, bean salad is common in German restaurants and cafeterias; all ingredients are available in supermarkets.
🌿 Regional variants
With tuna
With tuna — more hearty.
With onions
With red onions — more pungent.
🍷 What goes with it?
With Asado. With bread. As a starter. Protein-rich and vegan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which beans?
White beans (cannellini, alubias) — creamy and mild. Kidney beans or a mix also work. Cooked or canned (rinse well). They provide protein and satiety.
When to add the dressing?
Pour over the beans and let them marinate — they absorb the vinaigrette and become more flavourful. Add the fresh tomatoes afterwards (they stay fresh).
What is it served with?
As a side dish with Asado, as a starter or a light main course. With bread. The fresh, tangy vinaigrette balances hearty grilled meat.
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Ingredients
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- Tomato2 pcs
- Balsamicoessig3 tbsp
- Olive oil2 tbsp
