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Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad

Marinated Za'atar Bean Salad
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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad, a perfect medley of nutritious beans, fresh herbs, and a zesty marinade. This refreshing dish is not only easy to whip up in just 25 minutes but also incredibly versatile. Enjoy it on its own, as a hearty filling in pita wraps, or atop toasted sourdough for a satisfying meal. Packed with protein from chickpeas and butter beans, this salad is ideal for meal prep, keeping well for up to a week. Elevate your dining experience with this delicious Mediterranean-inspired salad that’s sure to impress at any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 medium red onion
  • 1 can chickpeas
  • 1 can butter beans
  • 1 cup green olives
  • 7–8 jarred artichoke hearts (optional)
  • Fresh mint
  • Fresh parsley
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 3 tsp za’atar
  • 1 tsp sumac
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 lemon's worth of zest
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice the onion and combine it with salt, lemon juice, and zest in a large bowl; set aside.
  2. Drain and rinse chickpeas and butter beans; chop olives and mince herbs.
  3. Add chickpeas, butter beans, olives, artichokes (if using), mint, and parsley to the onion bowl.
  4. In a pan, heat olive oil with garlic until golden; stir in za'atar, sumac, and cumin.
  5. Pour marinade over the salad mixture, toss well, adjust salt if needed.
  6. Let marinate for at least 2 hours before serving or storing in an airtight container.

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