![]() I chose canned beans so that the salad would be quick and easy to make. Edamame also works well in place of the Lima beans. For today’s recipe, I started with garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas) and added red kidney beans and Lima beans.īut one of the beauties of this salad is how easily it can be changed up.ĭon’t have kidney beans on hand? Substitute white beans, navy beans or black beans. ![]() This delicious salad starts with a mixture of beans. It is so quick to put together and quite versatile, as well. Salads like this garbanzo bean salad are popular Mediterranean diet choices. The diet shuns processed foods, added sugar and refined grains and oils. It features olive oil as the method of cooking and moderate amounts of protein.įish and chicken are suggested as the protein sources in preference to red meat. The diet is rich in vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. The Mediterranean diet is a way of eating that is normally found in countries that border the Mediterranean Sea. With all these health benefits, it makes sense to try and incorporate them as often as you can.ġ00 grams of garbanzo beans has 164 calories, 9 grams of protein and 0 grams of both cholesterol and saturated fat. Garbanzo beans also contain a lot of other nutrients and vitamins. The beans are loaded with fiber and are a heart healthy way to add protein to a meatless diet. I love to use them in salads.Ĭhick peas are low in saturated fat, very low in both cholesterol and sodium (rinse the canned varieties), and contain a high amount of folate. They make a great snack when you roast them, and you can also blend the beans to make nice purees. These nutritious beans play a big part in the Mediterranean diet. Garbanzo beans are a member of the legume family. ![]() Many vegetarian recipes feature garbanzo beans. The beans are readily available and can be used in lots of ways, from hummus to curries with great results. It is very easy to make (less than 10 minutes) and tastes amazing. This garbanzo bean salad is a delightful mix of beans, vegetables and fresh herbs in a tangy balsamic lemon dressing.
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