Black Bean And Bell Pepper Salad With Date Dressing

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The dates make this dressing thick and sweet. Everyone always wants the recipe for this one! Recipe can be halved successfully.

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Steps

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Vinaigrette.

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Boil water and dates in small saucepan 2 minutes.

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Remove from heat.

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Cover and let stand 1 hour to soften.

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Transfer date mixture to blender.

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Add lime juice , oil , oregano , honey , cumin , and coriander and puree.

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Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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Combine black beans , chopped bell peppers , onion , and parsley in large bowl.

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Toss salad with enough vinaigrette to coat.

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Ingredients

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water, dates, fresh lime juice, olive oil, dried oregano, honey, ground cumin, ground coriander, black beans, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, fresh parsley