Herbed Bean Salad
A fresh and vibrant salad combining tender green and wax beans, tossed with shallots, olive oil, and fresh basil in a light vinaigrette dressing.
6 servings
15 min
Ingredients
- •1½ pounds tender green beans
- •1½ pounds tender wax beans
- •2 tablespoons shallots
- •¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- •1 to taste salt and pepper
- •2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
- •½ cup fresh basil leaves
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and cook until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and pat dry. Place in a large bowl.
10 min
- 2.
2. Toss with the shallots and oil. Season with salt and pepper.
2 min
- 3.
3. Just before serving, toss beans with the vinegar. Toss with the basil. Serve.
3 min
