Mediterranean Dense Bean Salad

By Simply Scratch

Ingredients

1 teaspoon garlic paste (or 1 clove grated fresh garlic)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (crushed between fingers or palm)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (rinsed and drained)
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans (rinsed and drained)
1 (15 ounce) can great northern beans (rinsed and drained)
1½ cups cherry tomato halves
1½ cups persian cucumbers half-moons
1/2 medium red onion (diced small)
1/2 cup crumbled feta
1/3 cup pitted greek olive blend (or use pitted kalamata)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
1 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (plus more for garnish)

Prep Time20mins
Servings6

Instructions

MAKE THE DRESSING:

In a bowl or liquid measuring cup, measure and add; garlic paste (or 1 clove grated), kosher salt, black pepper, oregano, lemon juice, dijon mustard and olive oil. Whisk to combine and set off to the side.

BUILD THE SALAD:

In a large bowl, measure and add; the rinsed and drained beans, cherry tomato halves, persian cucumber half moons, diced red onion, feta, olives, parsley, mint and dill.

Pour in all of the dressing and toss well to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper if desired.

Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to use.