Description
A fresh and vibrant Mediterranean Bean Salad combining garbanzo and black beans with crisp cucumber, juicy grape tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. This no-cook salad is quick to prepare, perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 English cucumber, quartered
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, chopped
- 1 large garlic clove, finely minced
- ½ cup red onion, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
Dressing
- 1 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 medium lemon
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the garbanzo beans, black beans, quartered cucumber, chopped grape tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped red onion, fresh parsley, and fresh mint, mixing gently to distribute all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and emulsified, creating a tangy and balanced dressing.
- Dress and Toss the Salad: Pour the lemon-olive oil dressing over the combined beans and vegetables. Add ½ teaspoon kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Carefully toss the salad with a large metal spoon to coat all ingredients well with the dressing.
- Marinate and Serve: Allow the salad to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld, or refrigerate if preparing ahead. Serve chilled or at room temperature for best taste.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add diced bell peppers or celery.
- This salad can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated to enhance flavor.
- Use fresh herbs for the best taste; dried herbs will alter the freshness.
- Serve with crusty bread or over greens for a hearty meal.
- Adjust lemon juice and salt to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
