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Green Olive Bean Salad

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A refreshing and nutritious salad combining chickpeas, butter beans, olives, and fresh herbs, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (13.4 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (13.4 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup castelvetrano olives, roughly chopped
  • 1 medium shallot, finely minced
  • 1/2 cup finely minced cilantro
  • 1/2 cup finely minced parsley
  • 1–2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey (a heaping tablespoon)
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (sub with 1 tsp red pepper flakes)

Instructions

  1. Combine the Base Ingredients: In a large serving bowl, mix the chickpeas, butter beans, olives, shallot, cilantro, parsley, and garlic.
  2. Prepare the Dressing: Mix lemon juice, olive oil, honey, dijon mustard, kosher salt, cumin, coriander, and cayenne in a jar or bowl until emulsified.
  3. Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat all ingredients.
  4. Let the Salad Rest: Allow the salad to sit for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
  5. Serve: Enjoy the salad alone or on toasted sourdough bread.

Notes

Great for meal prep and can be served with grilled meats or as a standalone dish. Adjust spices and ingredients to your taste.

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Keywords: salad, vegetarian, healthy, Mediterranean, chickpeas, olives, meal prep

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