Ingredients

(Preparation time 10 minutes, chilling 1 hour)

6 cups cooked garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
4 ripe plum tomatoes, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 to 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and fresh-ground black pepper
Leaf lettuce or mixed greens

Directions

In a large bowl combine the beans, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, garlic, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper. Let the salad sit for at least an hour at room temperature or in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to blend.

Serve on a bed of lettuce or mixed greens. Makes up to 6 servings.