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Lebanese Green Bean Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing Lebanese Green Bean Salad, perfect for a light lunch or a healthy side dish. This easy recipe comes together quickly with simple ingredients and minimal cooking time, resulting in a delicious salad bursting with fresh flavors. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a world tour of taste!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 125 mins
Calories 107.7 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.6 (14 Reviews)
Lebanese Green Bean Salad

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lebanese Green Bean Salad

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How to Make Lebanese Green Bean Salad

  1. Trim the ends of 1 pound of green beans. You can leave them whole or cut them into 1-inch pieces, depending on your preference.
  2. Steam the green beans for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Do not overcook!
  3. Immediately rinse the green beans under cold water to stop the cooking process and maintain their vibrant green color. Drain well.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled green beans with 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Gently toss all ingredients to coat evenly.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably longer, to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly. The longer it sits, the better it tastes!
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy! Optional: Garnish with extra parsley or mint before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

5g

Carbs

3g

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