Citrus Bean Salad

Colorful twist to traditional bean salad, oranges and carrots add flavor and texture to this make ahead favorite.

Ingredients

3 navel oranges, peeled, sliced, membranes removed
1-1/2 cups finely shredded carrots
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/3 cup tarragon white wine vinegar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup Equal® Spoonful or Granulated*
Salt and pepper to taste
12 lettuce leaves

* May substitute 6 packets Equal sweetener

Preparation

Combine oranges, carrots, kidney beans and Great Northern beans in a large non-metallic bowl. Cover and chill.
Combine remaining ingredients in a medium bowl; stir well. Cover and refrigerate dressing until chilled.
Toss dressing and orange-vegetable mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate, covered, 1 to 2 hours to allow flavors to blend.
Serve over lettuce leaves on individual plates.