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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is a Syrian favorite complete with all it's flavors, textures, and colors. Recipe is from my Vegetarian Gourmet's Easy International Recipes cookbook. Ingredients:
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained |
1 cup tomato, chopped |
1/2 cup cucumber, peeled and chopped |
1/3 cup green bell pepper, chopped |
1/3 cup red onion, chopped |
1/4 black olives, thinly sliced |
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes |
1/2 teaspoon dried mint |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
3 tablespoons vinegar |
1 tablespoon water |
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice |
2 teaspoons sugar |
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon peel, grated |
3 garlic cloves, crushed |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine beans, tomato, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, and olives. Sprinkle with parsley and mint. Mix well.
2. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients, mixing until blended. Pour over vegetables, mixing well.
3. Cover and chill several hours or overnight. Stir before serving.
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