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Warmer weather allows families and friends to enjoy the flavors of homemade meals in the great outdoors. Try this Middle Eastern-Inspired Bean Salad Recipe.

Picnics, patio dining and al fresco foods all come to mind when warmer weather allows families and friends to enjoy the flavors of homemade meals in the great outdoors. As you seek out recipes for outdoor entertaining and more, try keeping the options light and simple with dishes that can be created at a moment's notice.

Try this Middle Eastern-Inspired Bean Salad with a touch of za'atar seasoning and READ Bean Salad for a flavorful accompaniment to any main course.

Middle Eastern-Inspired Bean Salad

    Prep Time: 20 minutes

    Yield: 6 Servings

Middle Eastern-Inspired Bean Salad Ingredients

    Salad

      1 can (15 ounces) READ 3 or 4 Bean Salad

      1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

      1 small cucumber (4-5 inches long) cut in half lengthwise then thinly sliced crosswise

      2 green onions, thinly sliced

      1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

      2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

      1 small clove garlic, minced

      1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

    Dressing

      2 tablespoons prepared hummus

      1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

      1/4-1/2 teaspoon za'atar seasoning blend

Middle Eastern-Inspired Bean Salad Recipe Instructions

    Drain bean salad. Discard liquid. Place bean salad in large bowl.

    Add tomatoes, cucumber, onions, parsley, mint, garlic and red pepper flakes to bean salad. Toss to combine.

    To make dressing: In bowl, combine hummus, lemon juice and za'atar seasoning.

    Add dressing to salad just before serving; toss to combine well. Serve immediately or chilled.

 

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