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MINTED GREEN BEANS WITH RED ONION

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Categories Onion Vegetable Side Fourth of July Low Cal Low/No Sugar Mint Green Bean Summer Chill Vegan Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 pounds green beans, trimmed
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons minced fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion

Steps:

In a kettle of boiling water cook the beans for 2 to 4 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender, transfer them with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop the cooking, and drain them well. Pat the beans dry with paper towels and chill them, covered, for at least 3 hours or overnight.
In a large bowl whisk together the mustard, the vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste, add the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the dressing until it is emulsified. Add the beans, the mint, and the onion and toss the mixture until it is combined well.

MINTY GREEN BEAN SALAD

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Unusual Italian green bean salad. Garlic and mint together - what a combo! My secret vinaigrette recipe too!

Provided by CELANE47

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Bean Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

¼ cup water
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 pound fresh green beans
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 slices onion, chopped
1 sprig fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
½ tablespoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon prepared mustard
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a medium saucepan, bring the water and sugar to a boil, and cook the green beans 10 minutes, or until tender but crisp; drain.
Transfer green beans to a medium bowl, and mix with garlic, onion, and mint.
In a small container with a lid, mix olive oil, cider vinegar, garlic, basil, mustard, salt, and pepper. Shake until well blended. Toss into the green bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 8.7 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

GREEN BEANS WITH RED ONION SALAD

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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories easy, quick, weekday, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound fresh green beans
Salt to taste
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup coarsely chopped red onions

Steps:

Cut off and discard the tips of the beans. Break the beans into 2-inch lengths. Drop the beans into boiling salted water to cover and return to a boil. Simmer about 7 minutes or until crisp and tender. Do not overcook. Drain. Let cool.
To make the dressing, put the mustard in a salad bowl and add the vinegar. Start beating with a wire whisk while adding the oil. Add salt and pepper and the onions.
Add the beans and toss until blended. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 139, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 347 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams