Green Bean and Basil Salad
Category: Salads
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 lbs green beans; topped, tailed and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup vinegar (I prefer a mix of red wine and balsamic)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1 clove garlic, minced finely (or pressed)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 scallions, chopped
Directions:
- Steam the green beans for about 10 minutes, until tender.
- You can also cook them in the microwave for about 4 minutes.
- Set aside in a bowl.
- Whisk together the oil, vinegar and seasonings.
- Pour this over the green beans.
- Add the scallions and toss gently.
- Cover and place in the fridge until cold.
The flavor really intensifies if you let the salad chill for 24 hours.
Tags: basil leaves, garlic, green beans, olive oil, salt, scallions, vinegar
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