With mouth-watering smokiness, this bean salad wins for health and taste.
Ingredients (serves 10):
- 60ml (¼ cup) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbs red wine vinegar
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- 250g tomato Medley Mix, halved olive oil spray
- 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
- 500g green round beans, trimmed, halved diagonally
- 400g can red kidney beans, rinsed, drained
- 2 tbs chopped fresh continental parsley
Method:
- Combine the oil, vinegar, cumin and paprika in a small jug. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and set aside until required.
- Preheat a chargrill or barbecue grill on high.
- Spray the tomato with oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes each side or until lightly charred. Transfer to a bowl.
- Cook the onion, turning, for 6-8 minutes or until charred and soft.
- Cook the green beans in a saucepan of boiling water for 2-3 minutes or until bright green and tender crisp.
- Drain and refresh under cold running water. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the tomato, onion, kidney beans and parsley.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Notes:
Serves 10 as a side.