Oriental mixed beans salad

Oriental mixed beans salad

Serves : 6
Prep time : 15 min

Ingredients

  • 1 can 540 ml (19 fl oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can 540 ml (19 fl oz) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 250 ml (1 cup) mixed colors bell peppers, diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 Lebanese cucumber, diced
  • 60 ml (1/4 cup) flat-leaved parsley, finely chopped
  • 60 ml (1/4 cup) coriander, finely chopped
  • 60 ml (1/4 cup) mint, finely chopped
  • 5 ml (1 teaspoon) fresh ground cumin
  • 15 ml (1 tablespoon) sumac (optional)

Vinaigrette

— In a small jar with a lid, combine all ingredients and shake well.

Steps

— Combine all ingredients,
add the vinaigrette and season to taste. Allow 1 hour to macerate before serving.

TRICK — Serve with grilled meats and fish. At lunchtime, serve with feta cheese for a light and flavorful meal.