Georgian Bean Salad Recipe

Georgian Bean Salad Recipe

  • 1 1/2 cups dry kidney beans
  • salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup shelled walnuts
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 small white onion, minced
  • 2 cooked chicken breast halves, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  1. Place beans in a bowl; cover with plenty of water. Soak for 8 hours or overnight.
  2. Drain beans and transfer to a large pot; cover with plenty of water, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until beans are soft, about 90 minutes. Drain and season with salt.
  3. Grind walnuts and garlic to a fine paste in a food processor. Add vinegar, 1/3 cup water, 1 tablespoon parsley, 1 tablespoon cilantro, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper. Process until smooth.
  4. Mix beans, onion, chicken, and dressing in a bowl. Chill in refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with 1 tablespoon parsley and 2 tablespoons cilantro.
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