MIDDLE EASTERN BEAN SALAD WITH PARSLEY AND LEMON (BALELA)

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I got this recipe from kalynskitchenblogspot.com A simple bean dish that is great to make ahead. The star of the recipe is chopped fresh parsly.

Provided by Dona England

Categories     Beans

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed well and drained
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed well and drained
1 cup chopped green onion
1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic puree or 1/2 teaspoon finely minced garlic
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Pour chick peas and black beans one at a time into colander placed in sink, rinse well until no more foam appears and let drain.Blot dry if they seem too wet.
  • While beans are draining, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and let the flavors blend.
  • Mix the salad ingredients together and let it marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
  • Chop green onions, tomatoes and parsly and add to bowl. Combine this with the beans.
  • Whisk dressing ingredients and gently add dressing to bean mixture.
  • Add salt and pepper.

Saqlain Baloch
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This salad is simply delicious! The flavors are perfect and it's so easy to make.


Adriana Palmeria Alves
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and refreshing salad. I'll definitely be making it again.


Pm Farhan
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my salad turned out really bland. I think I might have used too much water.


Sboniso Gaxah
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This salad is a great base for customization. I added some chopped cucumber and feta cheese and it was delicious.


Oke Taiwo
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I found the beans to be a bit undercooked. I would recommend cooking them for a few minutes longer.


Valeria Unicorn
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This salad is a bit too tangy for my taste. I would recommend using less lemon juice.


Lachy Productions (LachyPro)
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I love the addition of parsley and lemon to this salad. It really brightens up the flavor.


The Ratbag123
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover beans. It's also a great source of protein and fiber.


Abrar jutt
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I'm not usually a fan of bean salads, but this one is an exception. The dressing is perfectly balanced and the beans are cooked to perfection.


Pankaj yadav
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This is my new favorite salad recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Melga Ao
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I made this salad for my family last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the bright and tangy flavors.


Mauro flow Dakar
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This Middle Eastern bean salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer party or potluck. The combination of beans, parsley, and lemon is simply divine.