Delicious marinated bean recipe with vibrant herbs and zesty shallots.

Prep Time - 10 mins | Total Time  - 10 mins
Ingredients

   1 small shallot, finely chopped
   2-4 tbsp white wine vinegar
   1 cup cooked dried beans or canned white beans* or any mix of beans or chickpeas you prefer
   2-4 tbsp olive oil
   1/2 cup finely chopped herbs**
   1 pinch fine sea salt
   1 pinch black pepper
   1/4 tsp crushed pepper flakes

Method

   Add chopped shallot to a small bowl and top with white wine vinegar until just covered. Set aside.

   Add beans to a medium bowl and cover with olive oil. Add herbs, salt, and peppers and gently mix until blended.

   Add shallot to bean mixture and gently mix until well combined.

   Place in an airtight jar or container and keep in fridge for up to 5-7 days.

Recipe Notes

* I used a mix of pinto and white beans in this recipe, however I often use only one type of bean for ease of preparation. Cannellini beans are my favourite, but any will work including chickpeas. 1 cups equals about 1 x 15 oz can of beans.

** My favourite combo of herbs is chives, dill, and cilantro. Other combinations include dill, mint, and parsley, or parsley, cilantro and dill, or basil and parsley. If you only have two complementing herbs go with them - they'll be great!