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Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad

Marinated Za'atar Bean Salad
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Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish bursting with bold flavors and nutritious ingredients. This quick and easy salad combines protein-rich chickpeas and butter beans with zesty herbs, tangy lemon, and an aromatic za’atar marinade. Complemented by creamy artichokes and briny olives, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also adds a beautiful splash of color to your table. Ideal for casual gatherings or elegant dinners, it can be served on its own, over toasted bread, or wrapped in pita for a delightful meal. Enjoy this delicious salad as part of your meal prep, as it keeps well in the fridge for up to a week.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 lemons worth zest
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 (13.4 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14 oz) can butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup green olives, roughly chopped
  • 7–8 jarred artichoke hearts, quartered (optional)
  • 1/2 cup firmly packed mint leaves, finely minced
  • 1/2 cup firmly packed parsley, finely minced
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, smashed and roughly chopped
  • 3 tsp za’atar
  • 1 tsp sumac
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice the red onion and mix with kosher salt, lemon juice, and zest in a large bowl; let sit to mellow.
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas and butter beans; add them to the bowl along with chopped olives, minced mint, and parsley.
  3. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until golden; remove from heat and stir in za'atar, sumac, and cumin.
  4. Pour the marinade over the salad mixture; toss well to combine and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Allow the salad to marinate for at least 2 hours before serving.

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