Description
This vibrant and refreshing Turkish White Bean Salad, also known as Piyaz, is a quick and easy dish that combines tender cannellini beans with fresh tomatoes, red onion, garlic, and a zesty dressing featuring red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and sumac. It’s perfect as a light lunch or a flavorful side dish, ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 teaspoons sumac, plus more for garnish
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 Roma tomatoes, cut into wedges
- ½ cup packed chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Marinate the onions and garlic: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced red onion, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice. Toss everything together and let it sit for about 10 minutes. This citrus bath helps mellow out the sharpness of the onions and garlic.
- Add the remaining ingredients: To the bowl, add the drained cannellini beans, Roma tomato wedges, chopped fresh parsley, 2 teaspoons sumac, kosher salt, and black pepper. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and gently toss to combine all the flavors.
- Adjust and serve: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning as needed, often adding a bit more kosher salt and sumac to enhance the flavor. Serve immediately or chilled.
Notes
- You can prepare this salad a few hours in advance to allow flavors to meld even more.
- Sumac is a tangy, lemony spice common in Middle Eastern cuisine; if unavailable, a squeeze of extra lemon juice can be a substitute.
- This salad can be served on its own, over greens, or with grilled meats.
- For a gluten-free diet, ensure all ingredients, especially canned beans, are certified gluten-free.
- Use fresh parsley for the best flavor; cilantro can be a substitute if preferred.
