Mediterranean Dense Bean Salad

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Indulge in our Mediterranean Dense Bean Salad, a hearty and flavorful blend of beans, vegetables, and Mediterranean spices. This salad is perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or as a side dish.

Prep Time: 20-25 minutes

Cook Time: 15-20 minutes (for cooking the beans)

Chill Time: 30 minutes (for chilling the salad)

Total Time: 65-75 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

425 g (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

425 g (15 oz) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

425 g (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

150 g (1 cup) halved cherry tomatoes

1 diced medium cucumber

40 g (1/4 cup) finely chopped red onion

75 g (1/2 cup) crumbled feta cheese

10 g (1/4 cup) chopped fresh parsley

For the Dressing:

60 ml (1/4 cup) olive oil

45 ml (3 tbsp) fresh lemon juice

5 g (1 tsp) Dijon mustard

2 g (1 tsp) dried oregano

2.5 g (1/2 tsp) garlic powder🧄

Salt and black pepper to taste

Details to follow:

Using a whisk, combine the following ingredients in a bowl: olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

A big bowl should be used to combine the beans, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, feta cheese, and parsley.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss it so that it is uniformly coated.

Serve immediately, or leave in the refrigerator for twenty minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a Side Dish: Pair with grilled meats, fish, or vegetables for a well-rounded meal.

Light Lunch or Dinner: Serve on its own or with a side of whole grain bread or pita.