Ingredients

1

package (9 oz) frozen lima beans

1/2

cup cider vinegar

3

tablespoons canola oil

2

teaspoons packed brown sugar

1/4

teaspoon salt

1/4

teaspoon black pepper

1

can (19 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

1

can (15 oz) chick peas, rinsed and drained

3

medium carrots, coarsely chopped

1/3

cup snipped fresh cilantro

1

to 2 fresh jalapeño or Serrano chile peppers, seeded and finely chopped

Snipped fresh cilantro (optional)

Preparation

Prepare lima beans according to package directions. Transfer to a medium bowl. Set aside to cool.

Meanwhile, for dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir in lima beans, cannellini beans, Chick Peas, carrots, the 1/3 cup cilantro, and the chile peppers. Cover and chill for 2 to 24 hours, stirring occasionally. To tote, place salad in an insulated container with ice packs. Transfer salad to a serving bowl. If desired, garnish with additional cilantro.