SWISS GREEN BEAN SALAD

SWISS GREEN BEAN SALAD image

Yield 4-5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large cloves garlic, minced 1/3 lb. Swiss cheese, in thin strips
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup chopped ripe olives
1 tsp. dried tarragon
1 small green bell pepper, sliced
1 Tbs. minced fresh dill
1 small red bell pepper, sliced
½ tsp. salt (more, to taste)
3 to 4 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
fresh black pepper to taste1 Tbs. red wine vinegar
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
½ cup chopped, toasted almonds
½ cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

1) Steam the green beans until just tender. Remove from heat, and immediately rinse under cold running water. Drain well. 2) Combine everything else except the lemon juice, vinegar, and almonds in a large bowl. 3) Add the drained beans to the bowl. Toss until everything is well distributed. Cover tightly and let marinate, at room temperature or refrigerated, for at least 2 to 3 hours (longer is fine). 4) Stir in the lemon juice and vinegar within about 10 minutes of serving. Serve cold or at room temperature, topped with almonds.