Mediterranean Bean Salad

Ingredients

• 8 ounces fresh green beans (trimmed and cut into 1-2" pieces)
• 15 ounces chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
• 15 ounces kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
• 16 ounces cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1/2 english cucumber (coarsely chopped (about 1 cup))
• 1 bell pepper (cored and chopped (I used half red and half yellow for color))
• 1/2 cup halved kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped oregano (sub with parsley, mint or dill)
• Greek Salad Dressing

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook green beans: Prepare the green beans. Fill a medium sauce pan with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the green beans and cook for 3 minutes or until cooked to the desired level of doneness. Place the green beans in a colander and rinse with cold water. Drain well.

2. 2

   Place ingredients in bowl: Place the green beans, chickpeas, kidney beans, veggies, olives, feta and oregano in a large bowl.

3. 3

   Toss with dressing: Prepare the Greek dressing (or use your favorite store bought brand) and add enough dressing to coat. Toss gently and serve. Enjoy!