Lima Bean Salad (Ensalada de Pallares)

🛒 Ingredients

• Cooked Lima Beans (Pallares) 150 g · 170 kcal
• Red Onion, finely diced 30 g · 12 kcal
• Tomato, diced 50 g · 9 kcal
• Fresh Cilantro, chopped 5 g · 1 kcal
• Fresh Lime Juice 15 g · 4 kcal
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil 10 g · 88 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. If using dried lima beans, soak them overnight in plenty of cold water, then drain and rinse. Boil the soaked lima beans in fresh, lightly salted water for 45-60 minutes, or until tender but not mushy; drain and let cool completely.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled cooked lima beans, finely diced red onion, diced tomato, and chopped fresh cilantro.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the lima bean mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately or chill for a short period to allow flavors to meld.