COLORFUL GREEN BEAN SALAD

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• "A neighbor showed me how to make Green Bean Salad, and the men in my family really like beans served this way," writes field editor Mildred Sherrer of Fort Worth, Texas. "They're crisp-tender and colorful with bits of tomato, egg and parsley."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound fresh green beans
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons capers, drained
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped

Steps:

  • Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry. Place in a large bowl., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour over beans and toss to coat. Add the tomato, onion, parsley and capers; gently toss. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle with egg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Liliy Rozay
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but this salad changed my mind.


Adhikari Shiv
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Nevison Vinya
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Sada Yukinaga
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Okoth Onyango
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I love the vibrant colors of this salad. It's so inviting.


Tayyab King
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This is my go-to salad recipe for summer gatherings. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


mdiqbal dumuria
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Wilma Jefferson
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the sweet tomatoes, crunchy green beans, and tangy dressing.


Masud Khan
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients tossed with a light dressing. It's the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.


Sohan Akhonth
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I usually add some chopped bacon and crumbled feta cheese to mine.


Roelien De jager
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. The dressing is so versatile - I've used it on other salads and even as a marinade for chicken.


Prygan Rai
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use fresh or frozen green beans, depending on what I have on hand.


Lyavala Bulkhan
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I'm not usually a fan of green beans, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing was so flavorful and the beans were perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again.


Larry J
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The colors were so vibrant and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the crunch of the green beans and the sweetness of the tomatoes. I'll definitely be making this again.