White Bean Salad

SALAD

Step 1: Soak the white beans in a bowl with 2 liters of water overnight and reserve

Step 2: The next day, drain the soaked beans and place them in a large pot

Add 2 liters of water and bring to a boil

Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes or until tender

Drain and let cool

Step 3: Roast the red bell pepper by piercing it with a fork and placing it over a flame on low heat until the skin is charred

Place in a plastic bag and let steam for 5 minutes

Remove, peel off the skin, and cut into strips. Reserve

Step 4: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over low heat

Add the garlic and cook for 3 minutes, then add the broad beans

Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender

Add the white beans and stir to combine

Remove from heat and let cool

When cooled, add the chopped parsley and reserve

MOLHO

Step 5: In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients except the salad greens

Mix well with a wooden spoon until smooth

Pour over the salad and serve immediately.