GRILLED GREEN BEANS WITH HARISSA

Grilled Green Beans with Harissa image

Provided by C G

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb green beans, trimmed
2 Tbsp safflower oil (or most any oil that can tolerate high heat)
1 Tbsp red wine vinegar (white balsamic, apple cider vinegar will work as well)
1 stick extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp harissa, to taste (homemade is best!)
pinch salt

Steps:

1. Steam the green beans briefly-about 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
2. Meanwhile, preheat a grill or large grill pan to high.
3. Place the steamed green beans in a large prep bowl and toss with the vegetable oil. Using tongs, arrange the beans in a [single layer] on the grill and cook until lightly charred, about 3-5 minutes.
4. In a small, non-reactive prep bowl whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, harissa (to taste) and salt. Note: I added 2 teaspoons of harissa.
5. Arrange the grilled green beans on a serving platter.
6. Pour the vinaigrette over the green beans. Serve warm or at room temperature. A garnish of fresh parsley (or cilantro) and/or crispy shallots would not be out of place.