Zesty Lima Bean Tomato Salad

Brighten up your table with this Zesty Lima Bean Tomato Salad, a fresh and vibrant dish bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Tender lima beans are paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and zesty red onions, all brought together with a tangy dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a hint of cumin. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light main course, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Packed with nutrients and brimming with bold, zesty flavor, this salad is a delicious way to elevate your healthy eating routine. Serve it chilled for the best results and enjoy a taste of summer in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Lima beans (cooked and drained)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup Cucumber (diced)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the cooked lima beans thoroughly and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the lima beans. Toss gently to combine.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the lima bean and vegetable mixture. Toss the salad until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and place the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, give the salad a final toss and garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a side dish or enjoy as a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	930.1 grams (930.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	920

Total Fat 44.50g	57%
Saturated Fat 6.40g	32%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1209mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 103.00g	37%
Dietary Fiber 32.30g	115%
Total Sugars 15.30g
Protein 35.40g	71%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 235mg	18%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 2937mg	62%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 43.2%