Cumin and Coriander Chickpea Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger root
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 4 (19 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
• 2 yellow bell peppers, seeded and chopped
• 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

In a bowl, crush together the garlic and salt. To prepare the dressing, mix in olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, ginger, cumin, and cayenne pepper.

In a separate bowl, stir together the garbanzo beans, yellow bell peppers, green onions, and cilantro. Mix in the dressing. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator 8 hours, or overnight.