Description
Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Middle-Eastern cuisine to your table. Bursting with freshness, this salad combines protein-rich chickpeas and butter beans with tangy olives and artichokes, all enveloped in a warm za’atar-infused marinade. Its colorful presentation makes it an ideal choice for gatherings, picnics, or as a satisfying side for any meal. With easy preparation and versatile serving options, this salad is not only delicious but also nutritious, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors that will impress any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 medium red onion
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1 can butter beans
- 1 cup green olives
- 7–8 jarred artichoke hearts (optional)
- Fresh mint and parsley
- Garlic, za'atar, lemon juice, olive oil
Instructions
- Thinly slice the onion and combine it with salt, lemon juice, and zest in a large bowl; set aside.
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas and butter beans; chop the olives and mince the herbs.
- In a pan, heat olive oil with smashed garlic until golden; stir in za'atar, sumac, and cumin.
- Pour the warm marinade over the salad mixture in the bowl; toss well to combine.
- Let marinate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg