Tangy Four Bean Salad with Rosemary & Roasted Peppers

Step 1

Pour the olive oil in a small skillet and place the garlic, rosemary, and chilies (if using) in there. Put the skillet on the stove over medium heat and stir. Once the garlic starts to sizzle and get fragrant, about 1 minute, remove from the heat (don’t let it brown).

Step 2

To the skillet, add the agave nectar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and vinegar. Whisk to combine and set aside.

Step 3

Trim the ends off the green beans and chop into 2-inch pieces. Place a medium bowl with ice water on the counter. Bring a medium saucepan of salted water up to a boil over medium high heat. Drop the beans into the water and boil until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain the beans and drop them into the ice water bowl right away to stop the cooking process. Let them cool off completely.

Step 4

To a large bowl, add the chickpeas, red kidney beans, red onion, roasted red peppers, parsley, and some salt and pepper. Drain the yellow/green beans thoroughly and add them to the bowl as well. Pour over the dressing. Toss to combine, adding more salt and pepper if necessary. Serve!