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
- 30 ml (2 tablespoons) red wine vinegar
- 125 ml (1/2 cup) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 green lemon, zest and juice
- Sea salt
- Fresh ground black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
— 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.