Warm Bean and Tomato Salad with Basil Recipe

Name: Warm Bean and Tomato Salad with Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb green beans, ends removed; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 large dried shallots, chopped; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 cup chickpeas, drained 19oz; 2 tomatoes, seeded, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil, chopped; 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh; salt; black pepper, Freshly Ground; 1 cup kalamata olive

Servings: persons

12 lb green beans, ends removed
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 large dried shallots, chopped
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 cup chickpeas, drained 19oz
2 tomatoes, seeded, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh
salt
black pepper, Freshly Ground
1 cup kalamata olive

1
Remove the ends from the beans and cut into 1 1/2 inch lengths.
2
Cook in boiling water until just tender, about 5 - 7 minutes.
3
Drain well.
4
Meanwhile heat one tablespoon of oil in a large frypan over medium heat; cook the shallots until softened, about 2 minutes.
5
Add balsamic vinegar and cook until liquid is reduced.
6
Drain chickpeas and stir in chickpeas and green beans; cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
7
In a serving bowl, combine the bean mixture with tomatoes, olives and basil.
8
Whisk together the remaining oil with lemon juice and pour over salad; season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Serve warm or at room temperature.

616

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb green beans, ends removed, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 large dried shallots, chopped, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Warm Bean and Tomato Salad with Basil falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Warm Bean and Tomato Salad with Basil

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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