SUMMERY GARBANZO BEAN SALAD (VEGAN FRIENDLY)

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Courtesy of my wonderful niece The Next Jeneration. She said the inspiration for this recipe is from a local deli in her neighborhood. All amounts given for the ingredients are estimated. Although I dislike thyme, it didn't bother me at all in this recipe. Perhaps I'm warming up to it...? Delicious Mediterranean/French/Greek/Middle Eastern flavors!

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Beans

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained well
2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely minced
1/4 red onion, peeled and diced
1/4 cup Italian parsley, minced
6 dates, pitted and thinly sliced (she used deglet noors)
8 pitted kalamata olives
1/2 teaspoon thyme (she used dried but you can use fresh if you have it)
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
lemon juice (juice of 1/2 lemon, approximately)
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (dark)
2 teaspoons honey (use agave or other suitable sweetener for the vegan version) or 2 teaspoons Agave (use agave or other suitable sweetener for the vegan version)

Steps:

  • Place drained garbanzo beans in a non-reactive salad bowl. Now add the remaning salad ingredients to the bowl.
  • Whisk together the dressing and pour over the bean mixture. Stir gently.
  • Cover and refrigerate several hours for best flavor. Serve at *room temperature*. The flavor of the salad we discovered is best the next day after it has marinated overnight.
  • Garnish with freshly parsley and/or lemon slices if desired. I think the salad would taste delicious served over a bed of arugula or baby spinach.
  • Yield is estimated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.6, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 471.6, Carbohydrate 42.4, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 8.2, Protein 7.5

Al Grice
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Overall, this is a great summer salad that is easy to make and packed with flavor. I would definitely recommend it!


Maroof Umar
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This salad is easy to make and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Tomoko Kuroki
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I love the combination of garbanzo beans, vegetables, and dressing in this salad. It's a healthy and satisfying meal.


Mosaddek Gaming
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This salad is a great addition to any summer gathering. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Khahliso Matooane
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I'm always looking for new vegan recipes and this salad definitely fits the bill! It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


Roshan Dunuweera
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover garbanzo beans. It's also a healthy and affordable meal option.


damulak shamsuddeen Yusuf
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out perfect! The dressing was tangy and flavorful and the vegetables were crisp and fresh.


Tamatey Simon
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This is a great summer salad! It's light, refreshing, and packed with nutrients. I love that it's vegan-friendly too.


MD Anis
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Made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing was especially good.


Elizabeth Appiah
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This salad was easy to make and packed with flavor. I used canned garbanzo beans for convenience and it turned out great. The dressing was simple yet delicious.


mountains are beautiful!
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I'm not a huge fan of garbanzo beans but this salad was surprisingly delicious! The dressing was flavorful and the vegetables were crisp and fresh. I'll definitely be making this again.


Cashapp me
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This salad was a hit at my summer gathering! The combination of garbanzo beans, fresh vegetables, and zesty dressing was incredibly refreshing and flavorful. I loved the crunch of the bell pepper and the sweetness of the corn. The dressing was tangy