NEW POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD

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When invited to summer picnics or BBQs, this is the dish I'm always asked to bring along. Hope you enjoy as much as I do. (I'm not very good at taking pictures - but I'll keep working on it!)

Provided by Toni Farris

Categories     Potato Salads

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 c balsamic vinegar
2 Tbsp dijon mustard
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove
1 dash(es) worcestershire sauce
1/2 c extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 lb small red skinned potatoes
3/4 lb haricot verts or other green beans - stems trimmed
1 small red onion - coarsely chopped
1/4 c chopped fresh basil
1/4 c pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. FOR THE DRESSING: Whisk first 5 ingredietns in a medium bowl.
  • 2. Gradually whisk in oil.
  • 3. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature and re-whisk before using
  • 4. FOR THE SALAD: Steam potatoes until tender; Cool and cut into quarters.
  • 5. Cook green beans in large pot of boiling water (salted) until crisp-tender (about 5 minutes); Drain and cut in half.
  • 6. Combine green beans, potatoes, onion and basil in a large bowl. (Optionally add pine nuts)
  • 7. Add dressing and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Can be prepared 4 hours ahead, covered and let stand at room temperature.

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