Thread: Savory Balkan Bean Salad

This is very good served just as written and also just served as a salad without the bread

Servings: 12 appetizer

Prep time: 25 minutes



Ingredients:

1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
1/2 of a 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained (1 cup)
2 6-ounce jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2 cups chopped tomato (2 large)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces)
1/4 cup finely chopped Vidalia or red onion
1/4 cup snipped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
Sliced ciabatta or baguette-style French bread, toasted



Directions:

In a large bowl combine garbanzo beans, black beans, artichoke hearts, tomato, feta cheese, onion, and cilantro.
For dressing, in a small bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. Pour dressing over the bean mixture; toss gently to coat. Cover and chill for 2 to 8 hours. Serve with toasted bread slices.