Fasulya Beeda Barda Egyptian White Bean Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of Fasulya Beeda Barda, a traditional Egyptian white bean salad that’s as refreshing as it is hearty. This quick and easy recipe combines creamy white beans with a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and mint, juicy tomatoes, and crisp red onion, all brought together with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing infused with garlic and a hint of earthy cumin. Perfectly balanced and brimming with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this chilled salad is a nutritious option for a light lunch, a flavorful side dish, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ready in just 20 minutes, Fasulya Beeda Barda is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients with a tangy Middle Eastern twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams cooked white beans
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 medium tomato
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and drain the cooked white beans thoroughly if using canned beans. Set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint. Add them to the bowl with the white beans.
Dice the red onion and tomato into small pieces. Add both to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the white bean mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated and evenly combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or black pepper to your preference.
Cover the bowl and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Fasulya Beeda Barda cold as a refreshing appetizer or side dish. Garnish with extra parsley or mint if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.3 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 251 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 612 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
