CHILLED GREEN BEANS ITALIANO

Chilled Green Beans Italiano image

Chopped red onion contrasts nicely with the colorful green beans in this unique vegetable salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped red onion
4 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse with cold water; drain and pat dry. Place in a bowl. Add the remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges