MIDDLE EASTERN STYLE BLACK BEAN SALAD

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Very good for a nice lunch. I like to make the day before and have it the next day, so all the flavors have "melded" together. Cook time includes chill time.

Provided by basia1

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 1/2 cups cooked drained black beans (approx. 1 cup dried)
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
1 large tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 small green pepper, seeded and diced
1 medium cucumber, seeded and diced
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped of fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Mix all salad ingredients together, place to the side while making the dressing.
  • To make dressing, mix lemon juice with cumin, salt and pepper.
  • Beat in olive oil.
  • Fold into reserved salad.
  • Chill several hours to enhance flavor.

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