GARBANZO BEAN TOMATO SALAD

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Garbanzo beans, sliced tomatoes and onion are chilled with a no-fuss dressing in this change-of-pace salad that comes from Barbara Carbee's kitchen. The Brooksville, Florida reader tosses together the refreshing medley right before serving.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Add beans; toss to coat. Place tomatoes in a serving bowl. Top with onion. Sprinkle with basil and remaining salt and pepper. Top with bean mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Toss just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 493mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.