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Marinated Green Bean Salad

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Marinated Green Bean Salad

Marinated Green Bean Salad

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A flavorful shallot-y vinaigrette and gently crisp-tender steamed green beans combine into more than the sum of their parts in this popular summer (or fall) salad. It ages well and can stand to sit on a buffet table for awhile, so it's perfect for picnics, potlucks, and holiday tables.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. green beans, trimmed
  • 1 small shallot ot red onion,minced
  • 1 Tbsp. sherry or red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • Pinch of sugar
  • 1/8 tsp.dry mustard
  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil

Preparation:

  1. Prepare a large bowl of ice water and set it aside.
  2. Steam the green beans and then immediately plunge them in the ice water. Swish the beans around until they're completely cool. Dry them thoroughly - I like to pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Put the green beans in a shallow dish.
  3. Combine the shallot or garlic, vinegar, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk the sugar, mustard, and oil with the shallot mixture. Pour the dressing over the green beans, cover, and chill at least 1 hour and up to overnight. (Note that green beans kept over night will loose some of their brilliant green color, but will be just as, if not more, delicious.)

Makes 4 servings Marinated Green Bean Salad.

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