Lunch Box Apple Bean Salad

Ingredients:

1 can (16-ounce) dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 Braeburn or Red Delicious apples, cored and chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped mild green chiles
1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash hot sauce (optional)

Directions:

1.) In medium-size bowl, combine beans, apples, green onion, celery, and chilies; mix well.

2.) In small bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, salt, and, if desired, hot sauce; stir into bean mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

Other info:

A healthy alternative to the sandwich for those take along lunches and snacks.

Nutrition Information:
protein: 7g; fat: 6g; carbohydrate: 38g; fiber: 10g; sodium: 340mg; cholesterol: 0; calories: 234.

Servings: 4