Green Beans with Pickled-Onion Relish
Fresh green beans served with a sweet and tangy pickled onion relish, dressed with maple syrup and fresh thyme. This elegant side dish combines crisp-tender beans with aromatic pickled onions for a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- •2 pounds green beans, trimmed
- •¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- •¾ cup red wine vinegar
- •¼ cup golden brown sugar
- •5 sprigs fresh thyme
- •4 whole cloves
- •1 leaf bay leaf
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •2 large onions
- •3 tablespoons olive oil
- •¼ cup pure maple syrup
- •1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Fill large bowl with ice and cold water. Cook beans in large pot of generously salted boiling water just until crisp-tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain. Place beans in bowl of ice water until cool. Drain well, then pat dry with kitchen towels. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap beans in several layers of paper towels; enclose in large resealable plastic bag and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.
15 min
- 2.
Combine 2 cups water, cider vinegar, and next 6 ingredients in large saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add onions; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until onions are wilted, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Cool uncovered to room temperature. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill onion mixture. Before using, drain liquid; discard thyme, cloves, and bay leaf and bring to room temperature.
20 min
- 3.
Whisk oil, syrup, and chopped thyme in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add green beans and drained onions; toss to coat. Transfer salad to platter and serve.
5 min
