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July 02, 2023 1 min read

SERVES 2-4
INGREDIENTS
  • 1 cup dried moong beans
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 3 tbsp red wine or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • 1 cup green onions
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint
HOW TO PREPARE:
      1. Rinse the moong beans and then soak for at
       least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse.
     2. To cook the beans, bring a medium pot of
       cold water to a boil.

      3. Add the beans, bring to a boil and then
       turn the heat to medium. Let the beans gently simmer
       for approximately 15 to 20 minutes or until just tender.

      4. Halfway through the cooking time add the salt
       and continue cooking.When done, the beans should be
       fully cooked through but not mushy.

      5. Drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking
       process. Transfer to a large bowl.

      6. To assemble the salad, wash and finely chop the
       green onions and mint.  Gently fold the green onions,
       mint and moong beans together.
      
      7. Add the vinegar, followed by the olive oil.
       Gently toss to combine. Taste for seasoning.

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