Marinated Garbanzo Salad Recipe
Description:
This Marinated Garbanzo Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors, slightly Middle Eastern in style, making it a perfect first course when arranged on crisp lettuce leaves. Adapted from the renowned Silver Palate Cookbook, this recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds with its savory and tangy profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Olive oil |
| 1 | Yellow onion |
| 1 tsp | Dried thyme |
| 1/2 cup | Dark raisins |
| 1/2 cup | Garbanzo beans |
| 2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 cup | White wine vinegar |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 391.8
- Fat Content: 19.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 649.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 47.5g
- Fiber Content: 8.1g
- Sugar Content: 8.8g
- Protein Content: 8.3g
Instructions:
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Heat the Olive Oil: In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering and fragrant.
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Cook Onions and Thyme: Add the finely chopped yellow onion and dried thyme to the hot oil. Cook covered over low heat for approximately 25 minutes, or until the onions are tender and lightly caramelized, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
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Add Red Pepper: Stir in the chopped red pepper and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Incorporate Raisins and Garbanzo Beans: Add the dark raisins and garbanzo beans to the saucepan, stirring well to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes, ensuring the garbanzo beans are heated through but not overcooked to avoid mushiness.
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Season and Deglaze: Season the mixture with salt according to taste preferences. Transfer the hot mixture to a large mixing bowl, then pour the white wine vinegar over it, deglazing the pan to capture all the flavorful bits.
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Cool and Refrigerate: Allow the marinated vegetables to cool to room temperature before covering and refrigerating for at least 24 hours. This extended marination period allows the flavors to develop and intensify.
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Serve: Before serving, allow the marinated garbanzo salad to return to room temperature to enhance its flavors. Arrange on a bed of crisp lettuce leaves for an elegant presentation.
Tips:
- For added freshness, consider garnishing the salad with chopped parsley or mint leaves just before serving.
- Customize the salad by incorporating additional vegetables such as diced cucumbers or cherry tomatoes for added crunch and color.
- Serve alongside grilled chicken or fish for a complete and satisfying meal.
- This salad tastes even better the next day, making it an ideal make-ahead dish for gatherings or meal prep.
Enjoy this Marinated Garbanzo Salad as a refreshing appetizer or a light and healthy lunch option, perfect for any occasion! 🥗✨
