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Heart-Healthy Orange-Mint Freekeh Salad with Lima Beans

Heart-Healthy Orange-Mint Freekeh Salad with Lima Beans Overview: Savor the explosion of colors and flavors in this Orange-Mint Freekeh Salad with Lima Beans. Loaded with vibrant produce like fresh mint, snap peas, radishes, and oranges, this heart-healthy salad is a celebration of wholesome goodness. The combination of freekeh and lima beans provides a hearty base, delivering not only a delightful taste but also nutritional benefits for your heart. Ingredients: 2 cups water 3/4 cup cracked freekeh 1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish 1/2 cup orange juice 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 small clove garlic, grated 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup thinly sliced fennel (1/2 large bulb) 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed and thinly sliced 1 cup thinly sliced radishes 2 medium oranges, peeled and segmented 2 cups frozen baby lima beans, thawed Directions: In a medium saucepan, bring water and freekeh to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to simmer, and cook until the liquid is absorbed, 12 to 15 minutes. Let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes, then drain any remaining liquid. Spread the freekeh on a baking sheet to cool. In a large bowl, combine mint, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk in olive oil and transfer 1/4 cup of the dressing to a medium bowl. Add fennel, snap peas, radishes, and oranges to the medium bowl, tossing to combine. Add the cooled freekeh and lima beans to the remaining dressing in the large bowl, tossing to combine. Serve the fennel mixture over the freekeh mixture. Garnish with additional mint, if desired. Heart-Healthy Note: This vibrant salad isn't just a feast for your senses; it's a gift to your heart. Freekeh, a hearty whole grain, provides a good dose of fiber and essential nutrients. Lima beans contribute plant-based protein and are rich in heart-friendly potassium. The medley of fresh produce, including mint, snap peas, radishes, and oranges, offers an array of vitamins and antioxidants that support cardiovascular health. Enjoy this heart-healthy delight that nourishes both your body and your taste buds!