Fasulya Beeda Barda Egyptian White Bean Salad

Discover the vibrant flavors of Fasulya Beeda Barda, a traditional Egyptian white bean salad that’s as refreshing as it is hearty. This quick and easy recipe combines creamy white beans with a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and mint, juicy tomatoes, and crisp red onion, all brought together with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing infused with garlic and a hint of earthy cumin. Perfectly balanced and brimming with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this chilled salad is a nutritious option for a light lunch, a flavorful side dish, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ready in just 20 minutes, Fasulya Beeda Barda is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients with a tangy Middle Eastern twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams cooked white beans
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 medium tomato
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the cooked white beans thoroughly if using canned beans. Set them aside in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint. Add them to the bowl with the white beans.

Step 3

Dice the red onion and tomato into small pieces. Add both to the bowl.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the white bean mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated and evenly combined.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Cover the bowl and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve the Fasulya Beeda Barda cold as a refreshing appetizer or side dish. Garnish with extra parsley or mint if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(687.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	915.7

Total Fat 44.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2373.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.1g
Protein 33.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 383.0mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 2767.1mg	0%

*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: 41.8%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 44.5%