Ingredients
1 (15-ounce/425g) can butter beans (lima beans), drained and rinsed
1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine butter beans, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion
Add fresh parsley, dill, and mint
In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper
Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine
Chill for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld
Notes
Use fresh herbs for optimal flavor
Substitute fennel or bell peppers for cucumber if desired
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days
Toss with crumbled feta cheese (if halal) or omit for vegan version
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Mediterranean Table
- Method: Chopped, Mixed
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg