FAVORITE Balela Salad Recipe
Salad • Black beans, Chick peas, Mint, Parsley
Serving size: 6 servings
Prep time: 10 mins
Ingredients
- 2 cans chickpeas (rinsed drained)
- 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 cups baby tomatoes (sliced in quarters)
- 1/2 small Persian cucumber (chopped)
- 1/2 red onion (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 1 squeeze lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
Directions
- 1. In a large bowl, mix the chickpeas, black beans, bell pepper, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- 2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the salt, pepper, sumac, lemon juice, olive oil, and vinegar.
- 3. Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss to combine. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- 4. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days, and toss to combine before serving.
Nutrition
Amount per serving
Serving size: 1 serving
Calories: 105
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Sodium: 201mg
Total Carbohydrate: 6g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 3g
Protein: 1g