
GARBANZO BEAN SALAD



INGREDIENTS
- 1 1/2 cups organic dried garbanzo beans
- 1 medium cucumber diced
- 1/2 cup julienned radishes
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 tomato seeded, diced
- 1/2 cup real mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup lowfat buttermilk
- 1/4 cup chopped organic fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
DIRECTIONS
Prepare beans according to package directions; cool completely.
In large mixing bowl, combine beans, cucumbers, radishes, peppers, onion and tomatoes; set aside.
In small mixing bowl, whisk remaining ingredients. Pour over bean mixture and toss to coat. Salt and pepper to taste.
Cover and refrigerate several hours.