SUMMER GREEN BEAN SALAD

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Make and share this Summer Green Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup pine nuts
2 lbs green beans
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 large shallots, thinly sliced
5 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 spring onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon, zest of, coarsely grated

Steps:

  • Spread the pine nuts in a dry, heavy skillet.
  • Toast over medium heat, shaking the pan, until golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil.
  • Add the beans and cook over medium-high heat until tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Drain and refresh under cold water; drain.
  • In a medium pan, heat 2 tblsps of the oil.
  • Add the shallots and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until caramelized, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Add the vinegar and reduce by half, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Scrape the contents of the pan into a large bowl.
  • Whisk in the mustard and the remaining 4 tblsps of olive oil.
  • Add the green beans, scallions, dill and lemon zest and toss.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • The salad can be made up to 3 hours ahead.
  • Keep covered at room temperature.
  • Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.7, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 17.7, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 3.9

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