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Double Bean Mediterranean Salad

Double Bean Mediterranean Salad: Healthful Flavor in Every Bite

This vibrant Double Bean Mediterranean Salad balances protein-rich beans and fresh vegetables for a deliciously healthful dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 1 can Kidney Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) drained and rinsed
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup English Cucumber diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 small Red Onion diced
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper diced, any color
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
For the Fresh Herbs
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine fresh lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, dried oregano, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and minced garlic. Whisk until emulsified.
  2. Drain and rinse the kidney beans and garbanzo beans thoroughly. Fold them into the bowl with the dressing.
  3. Dice the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper into uniform pieces. Add them to the bowl and gently mix.
  4. Chop the fresh basil and parsley, then fold them into the salad mixture.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Let the salad rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy your Double Bean Mediterranean Salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, dress the salad just before serving and let it chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.

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