A savory and tangy accented bean salad that will serve a crowd at dinner or at any function.

2 C cooked green beans, cut into about 1 1/2 inch length

1 1/4 C cooked garbanzo beans or 1 can beans, drained
1 1/4 C cooked kidney beans or 1 cam beans, drained
1 sm red onion, thinly sliced
1 tsp olive oil
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp lime juice
1 Tbsp honey
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Fresh sprigs of parsley or cilantro for garnish

If using fresh green beans, wash and cut into 1 1/2 inch lengths. Steam 5-10 minutes until barely tender. Remove from steamer. If using frozen beans, microwave for about 5 minutes. Place beans and onions in a bowl and mix.

Prepare salad dressing by beating the lemon juice, lime juice, garlic and salt together with a fork or wire whisk until well mixed. Stir in cilantro and parsley. Pour dressing over beans and onions. Cover and marinate at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Mix again and chill for another 30 minutes. Toss again before servings. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro sprigs.

Servings: 8

Submitted by Susan Lewis

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