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Home > Brazilian Recipes > Quick Feijoada Salad

Quick Feijoada Salad

March 10, 2014 by Denise Browning 45 Comments / THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE SALES LINKS. PLEASE SEE MY _FULL DISCLOSURE POLICY_ FOR DETAILS

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Don’t you just love feijoada (Brazilian black bean stew)? I am totally crazy about it! If you’ve never had it, you’ve just got to try some as soon as possible. There’s no black beans on Earth better than this!! Inspired by one of the most traditional and famous Brazilian dishes, I developed this quick yet very delicious Feijoada Salad — which can either be served warm or chilled, as a side or main dish!!! In addition, it is naturally gluten-free and loaded with proteins. Ready?

Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean & Pork Stew) -- The best beans that you will ever have!!!

I think I can guess what may have crossed your mind. It is a fair question! “How can a feijoada salad be quick if it takes at least 2 hours to prepare the base, which is feijoada?” The answer is quite simple: you don’t necessarily have to prepare a traditional feijoada to make this feijoada salad. Huh?

I know feijoada well enough to take some shortcuts.To prepare this feijoada salad, one will basically need canned black beans (which comes already cooked…you see?), smoked sausage and bacon (2 pork ingredients used in the traditional feijoada that can be cooked quickly), seasonings and condiments, collard greens (since traditional feijoada is accompanied by these), and orange vinaigrette (remember? Sliced oranges is one of feijoada’s traditional accompaniments). Just because our feijoada salad is a quick dish doesn’t mean at all that it has to be lacking in flavor. Try it and you will be hooked!

Feijoada Salad

The rich flavors of traditional feijoada have also served as a source of inspiration for other dishes that I have developed in my professional life, apart from the blog, as a trained chef. As part of the original menu and recipes that I created for a restaurant which opened in Northeastern Brazil last summer, Bocadillos Tapas and Vinhos , I devised a recipe for ‘croquetes de feijoada’ (feijoada croquettes).

So you see, the unique combination of flavors that characterizes feijoada can be enjoyed in many different forms… See you in the kitchen soon.

xx

P.S.: What’s your favorite bean salad?

Feijoada Salad

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Quick Feijoada Salad

A quick yet very delicious feijoada salad inspired by one of Brazil's most traditional and famous dishes, feijoada. It can be served either warm or chilled, as a side dish or main dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings 4
Author Denise Browning

Ingredients

  • For the feijoada salad:
  • 3 strips uncooked smoked bacon chopped
  • 5.3 ounces your favorite smoked sausage either quartered or sliced into rounds, 150 g, if paio is not available
  • 1/2 small yellow onion small diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 2 cups chopped collard greens fresh or frozen and thawed
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • Salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 can black beans drained, 26.5oz or 715 g
  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 6-8 grape tomatoes halved
  • Slivers of Parmesan cheese
  • For the orange vinaigrette:
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large, non-stick frying pan, fully cook both the bacon and sausage together over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
  • In the same pan, sweat the chopped onion in the rendered bacon fat over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally (Note: the goal is to cook the onion without browning). Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring often. Add the chopped collard greens (if using frozen greens, please let thaw first and remove any excess water) and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes over medium heat. Add back to the pan both the cooked bacon and sausage. Immediately add the wine and let evaporate. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and stir.
  • In a medium to large bowl, stir in together the cooked ingredients with the canned, drained black beans, adjusting the salt and pepper if necessary. Then, stir in the lime juice to bring out all the flavors. In a separate small bowl, prepare the vinaigrette by adding orange juice and slowly pour in the olive oil, whisking well until thickened. Whisk in salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  • Toss the black bean mixture with the orange vinaigrette. Add the halved tomatoes and serve the feijoada salad either warm or chilled with slivers of Parmesan cheese on top. Enjoy!
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  1. Sugar et al

    March 11, 2014 at 6:57 am

    5 stars
    Is this a salad? I can eat this as a complete meal. You’ve combined such lovely ingredients to make this. A stunner of a salad…delicious and beautiful!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 9:01 am

      Thank you, my dear!

      Reply
  2. Shashi @ http://runninsrilankan.com

    March 11, 2014 at 8:05 am

    I am really loving the orange juice in this feijoada salad! I think THIS – YOUR version of feijoada salad could be my favorite bean salad with its collards, sausage and orange juice! Thanks for sharing Denise!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 9:00 am

      Yay! Thank you, Shashi! Both my husband and little ones loved this.

      Reply
  3. Little Cooking Tips

    March 11, 2014 at 8:51 am

    5 stars
    A perfect, nutritious salad! Yummy! We have a very popular bean salad here, made with black eyed beans (called mavromatika). It’s usually served with onions and some sort of vinaigraitte, parsley or dill. Sometimes boiled potatoes are added as well. It’s actually very popular during Lent. When not fasting you can also add hard boiled eggs.
    Thank you for another wonderful recipe Denise!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 9:00 am

      Thank you, Panos and Mirella! I will never forget your fesolada, and now your mavromatika. It is so interesting how different cultures can coincide sometimes.

      Reply
  4. Dedy@Dentist Chef

    March 11, 2014 at 9:44 am

    We asian used with fermented and salted black bean. but i guess i’ve never taste black bean salad or stew before,
    tempting to try!!!!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 9:45 am

      I hope you do try it, Dedy! You won’t regret…

      Reply
  5. Alessandra Esteves

    March 11, 2014 at 10:23 am

    5 stars
    Denise, que site lindo que fotos lindas e que receitas maravilhosas.
    Parabéns!
    Você é brasileira e vive no exterior?
    Eu sou brasileira, vivo na America Central e escrevo um blog sobre vinhos.
    Saúde!

    Alessandra Esteves
    http://www.damadovinho.com.br

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 5:00 pm

      Olá, Alessandra!!! Que prazer em tê-la aqui visitando o meu blog. Fico feliz em saber que você gostou do site e das receitas. Sim, moro nos EUA há quase 12 anos. Espero voltar a ter o prazer de sua visita. Um excelente semana pra você!

      Reply
  6. cquek

    March 11, 2014 at 12:04 pm

    This is such a great dish

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 5:09 pm

      Thanks, cquek!

      Reply
  7. Liz

    March 11, 2014 at 2:36 pm

    What a hearty, entree salad! The flavor combination sounds terrific!!!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 5:13 pm

      Thanks a lot, Liz!

      Reply
  8. Francesca

    March 11, 2014 at 1:43 pm

    I am gonna die. This is my most favorite thing ever when we go to our (Brazilian) friend’s house. Maybe I can impress her now? This always ends up with everyone on the couch, sweating hahah

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 5:12 pm

      So glad that you liked it, Francesca! I hope y’all enjoy this salad. In the very beginning of the article, there is a link for traditional feijoada — in case that you would like to make it by yourself. Enjoy both dishes! xx

      Reply
  9. Mi Vida en un Dulce

    March 11, 2014 at 6:57 pm

    Ohhhh…feijoada…and in a salad…!!! That is great

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 7:17 pm

      Nydia, dear! Thank you! I enjoyed every spoonful of it. 🙂

      Reply
  10. Amira

    March 11, 2014 at 7:04 pm

    I have never liked black beans before …. may be I should try it your way as it sounds and looks very comforting specially with these oranges …

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 7:17 pm

      I hope you give black beans one more chance, Amira!

      Reply
  11. Juliana

    March 11, 2014 at 7:19 pm

    After all this years living in Brasil I have never heard of this dish…looks delicious Denise…I sure would love to try this dish…yum!
    Have a great week my dear 😀

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 11, 2014 at 7:28 pm

      Although feijoada is a traditional dish, feijoada salad is my creation — a dish inspired by feijoada.

      Reply
  12. Rekha

    March 11, 2014 at 11:49 pm

    This is awesome! I have not tasted Feijoada before but sounds and looks interesting! Sure to give this a try next time I buy black beans :-).

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 12, 2014 at 8:32 am

      I hope you do, Rekha!

      Reply
  13. De

    March 12, 2014 at 9:59 am

    Fast and flavorful! I say lets get dinner on the table and enjoy each others company after another busy day! Such a voluptuous and sultry recipe!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 12, 2014 at 6:10 pm

      Thanks so much, my dear Deb!

      Reply
  14. John@Kitchen Riffs

    March 12, 2014 at 12:55 pm

    I’ve never met a bean dish I didn’t like. This salad looks wonderful — what rich, delish flavors. Good stuff — thanks.

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 12, 2014 at 6:11 pm

      Thanks, John! I am with you…I love beans!!!

      Reply
  15. Sarah & Arkadi

    March 12, 2014 at 10:14 pm

    we have tried feijoada and did like it a lot! your salad idea is just great Denise!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 13, 2014 at 7:38 am

      Welcome to FBTY! Thanks a lot!!!! I hope you do try it…Wishing you both a wonderful day!

      Reply
  16. Coffee and Crumpets

    March 13, 2014 at 2:53 pm

    5 stars
    I love changing recipes to quicker, different variations! You did a great job, Denise! Those croquettes sound really good, I guess I’ll have to visit Brazil to try them? Or shall I come to San Antonio :)?
    My favourite bean salad,hmmm, there is a kidney bean salad I like and many with chickpeas and Indian spices.

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 13, 2014 at 5:53 pm

      Thanks, Nazneen! A quick recipe can really make a positive difference on a Mom’s day. 🙂

      Reply
  17. Julia | JuliasAlbum.com

    March 13, 2014 at 9:06 pm

    I love black bean everything! This looks gorgeous and delicious! Smoked sausage combined with bacon and black beans will always be a welcoming dish in my house!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 13, 2014 at 9:20 pm

      Thanks a lot, Julia! I also love black beans a lot as I grew up eating it. It is always great to hear from you. Wishing you a wonderful weekend!

      Reply
  18. Heide M.

    March 14, 2014 at 9:30 pm

    Thanks for posting this recipe.

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 15, 2014 at 8:56 am

      My pleasure, Heidi!

      Reply
  19. Gintare @Gourmantine

    March 15, 2014 at 5:03 am

    5 stars
    I have never tried this, but Denise, it looks wonderful. Reminds me I should use more beans in cooking. Enjoy the weekend 😉

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 15, 2014 at 8:56 am

      Thanks, Gintare! Beans are healthy and rich in protein. I grew up eating beans and enjoy them a lot.

      Reply
  20. Chris @ The Café Sucré Farine

    March 16, 2014 at 9:56 am

    My mouth is going crazy watering as I look at these photos (of course, it doesn’t help that my husband is cooking bacon right now). This sounds just wonderful Denise!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 16, 2014 at 1:38 pm

      Thanks, Chris!!! My family and I are fans of beans so this salad became easily a must-have for us.

      Reply
  21. Raymund

    March 17, 2014 at 5:50 pm

    5 stars
    Feijoada is my favourite Brazillian dish, definitely this would be the next one. Looks so delish

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      March 17, 2014 at 9:57 pm

      Thanks so much, Raymund!

      Reply
  22. Cassis

    May 12, 2014 at 5:55 pm

    5 stars
    Feijoada é vida <3

    Feijoada is life <3

    Reply
  23. Roger

    August 25, 2017 at 1:08 pm

    Very good indeed

    Reply

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