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Mediterranean Dense Bean Salad

A vibrant and nutritious salad combining the robust flavors of beans with fresh vegetables, perfect for family gatherings and delightful meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas and black beans to reduce excess salt.
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and red onion, and chop the parsley into small pieces.
Mixing the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas and black beans.
  2. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red onion, and chopped parsley. Gently toss these ingredients together until evenly mixed.
Creating the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice until well combined.
  2. Drizzle this over the salad mixture. Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.
Combining Everything
  1. Toss the salad once more, ensuring the dressing lightly coats every component.
  2. Crumble feta cheese on top and give it one last gentle toss.
Chilling
  1. Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
  2. Enjoy immediately or keep it in the fridge for later!

Notes

Feel free to substitute chickpeas and black beans for your favorite varieties, ensuring they're Halal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Best enjoyed fresh to maintain texture.