Quick Garbanzo Bean Salad

Garbanzo Bean SaladPhoto byM Henderson

Garbanzo bean salad is both tasty and nutritious. Prepared with a creamy dressing, it easily replaces heavier macaroni salad or potato salad for a barbecue. Make your own salad dressing or use a store-bought brand that you prefer.

Ingredients

• 1 16-oz. can Garbanzo beans (drained)
• 1/3 cup finely chopped celery (I like to include the leaves)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup sliced stuffed olives
• 1 Roma tomato, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste
• Ranch, blue cheese, or other creamy dressing

Directions

1. Mix all ingredients together thoroughly.
2. Chill well before serving.

Serves 4.