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Vibrant Mediterranean Bean Salad With Feta

Vibrant Mediterranean Bean Salad With Feta for a Flavor Boost

This Vibrant Mediterranean Bean Salad With Feta is a colorful dish packed with protein-rich beans and tasty feta, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Kidney Beans Rinsed and drained
For the Vegetables
  • ½ cup Black Olives Sliced
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • ½ cup Red Onion Finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumble
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander
  • spatula
  • Whisk
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse and drain the chickpeas and kidney beans in a colander. Allow to sit to ensure they are completely drained.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, kidney beans, sliced black olives, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion. Gently mix these ingredients.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to combine, ensuring that all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
  5. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley over the salad. Toss carefully.
  6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature on a lovely platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor. Letting the salad chill allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

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