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Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad

Zesty Marinated Za'atar Bean Salad for Vibrant Meals

This Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad combines creamy beans and hearty chickpeas with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, perfect for gluten-free and vegan meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 can Butter Beans Can substitute with cannellini beans
  • 1 can Chickpeas No substitutes recommended
  • 1 cup Castelvetrano Olives Kalamata olives can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Artichokes (jarred) Roasted bell peppers can be substituted
For Added Flavor
  • 1 medium Red Onion Pickling enhances sweetness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Best sautéed to mellow intensity
For the Dressing
  • 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Essential for richness
  • 2 tablespoons Za'atar Mix thyme, sesame seeds, and oregano as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Sumac Optional but suggested for tang
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime juice can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust based on taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thinly slice one red onion and toss it with a pinch of kosher salt, lemon juice, and zest. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Drain and rinse one can of butter beans and chickpeas. In a bowl, combine with chopped olives and artichokes.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Remove skillet from heat and add za'atar, sumac, and cumin to the garlic oil, stirring to bloom spices for one minute.
  5. Pour the garlic-spice mixture over the salad base and add the prepared onions. Toss gently to coat.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to marinate, enhancing flavors.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature, possibly over toasted sourdough or with labneh.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, consider quick-pickling the onions and using fresh herbs. Allow the salad to marinate overnight for optimal taste.

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