This is a great, light salad to have on the side or to make into a meal. It’s easy to create, share and enjoy! Garbanzo beans contain fiber, protein and carbohydrates, while the remaining ingredients boost the flavor and antioxidant content of the dish to help keep you healthy!
MINTED GARBANZO BEAN SALAD adapted from www.whfoods.org
prep and cook time: 15 minutes; serves 4
ingredients
- 2 medium fresh tomatoes, seeds and excess pulp removed, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 cups peeled diced cucumber, (cut lengthwise and scoop out seeds), diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1/2 medium onion, finely minced
- 2 medium cloves garlic, pressed
- 2 cups garbanzo beans or 1 15oz can garbanzo beans(BPA free), rinsed and drained well
- 3 TBS fresh lemon juice
- 2-1/2 TBS chopped fresh mint
- 2 TBS extra virgin olive oil
- salt and cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 medium head romaine lettuce, use tender whole leaves for bed
directions
1. Mince onion and press garlic and let sit for 5 minutes to bring out their health-promoting benefits.
2. Mix all ingredients except lettuce together and chill. This is best if it chills for at least 15 minutes.
3. Serve on a bed of lettuce.
This salad can be kept in your refrigerator for a few days getting more flavorful as it marinates.
“Smile, breathe, and go slowly.” -Thich Nhat Hanh
Be Well. ~Meg @REJOOVwithMeg
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