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Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad

Marinated Za'atar Bean Salad
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If you’re searching for a vibrant and nutritious dish that will wow your guests or elevate your weekday meals, look no further than this Marinated Za’atar Bean Salad. Bursting with color and flavor, this salad combines creamy artichokes, briny olives, and protein-packed beans all tossed in a zesty za’atar marinade. Its fresh ingredients make it perfect for meal prep—enjoy it as a side dish or a satisfying main course topped with grilled chicken or turkey. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this salad is not only delicious but also a healthy choice for any occasion!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 lemon's worth zest
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 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 combine it with kosher salt, lemon juice, and zest in a large bowl. Let it sit to mellow the onion's sharpness.
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas and butter beans. Chop the green olives roughly and mince the mint and parsley before adding them to the bowl with the onion.
  3. To make the marinade, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until lightly browned. Remove from heat and stir in za'atar, sumac, and cumin.
  4. Pour the marinade over the salad mixture and gently toss until well coated. Allow to marinate for at least 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to a week.

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