FRENCH STRING BEANS/ GREEN BEANS, TOMATO & BASIL SALAD
Hey Vegetarians and Side Salad hunters, here's a recipe for you ! This is a Jacques Pepin recipe. This is a family favorite. Just think of all the VITAMINS! If you follow the directions carefully, you will have a mouthwatering, beautifully arranged salad of green, white, and red on a plate. Enjoy !
Provided by Polar Bear
Categories Beans
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place approximately 1/2 inch of water in a medium-sized stainless steel saucepan and add about 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Bring to a boil.
- Add the string beans.
- Cover and bring to a strong boil for 5 minutes.
- They just turn crunchy, cooked and a wonderful green (not brownish!).
- Using a skimmer, lift the beans from the pan and spread them on a large plate to cook off.
- Toss the beans with 2 tbsp white wine vinegar and oil.
- Season and set aside.
- Peel the tomatoes if desired but it is not necessary.
- Slice crosswise very thinly.
- Place the seasoned string beans in the center of a large platter and arrange the slices of tomatoes around.
- Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
- Tomatoes need a lot of salt.
- Then sprinkle with vinegar and oil.
- Wash the fresh basil leaves and separate the leaves.
- Pile the largest leaves together.
- Roll the leaves into a tight bundle and slice them into very thin, long strips.
- Cut the onion into very thin slices and separate the slices into individual rings.
- With the beans at the center of the plate, sprinkle the onions on top, surround the green beans with tomato slices, and then arrange the sliced basil leaves around it forming a border.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.4, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 4.3, Sodium 14.8, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 6, Sugar 5.8, Protein 3.6
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Rashed Hossein
[email protected]I can't wait to try this salad! It looks so delicious.
Kate Brian
[email protected]This salad is perfect for a picnic or a barbecue.
Sarwat Alam
[email protected]I'm going to try this salad with different types of beans, like black beans or kidney beans.
Ivy Bargas
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans.
Mazhar Derzi
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients that come together to create a delicious and healthy dish.
Antoinette Nel
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Bebegurl ni itz me shine
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of green beans, but this salad changed my mind! The beans were so tender and flavorful.
AaronPlays_Alt
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.
Md Billal Hossain
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.
Romeo Khanz
[email protected]This French green bean salad is a refreshing and flavorful summer dish. The beans are perfectly cooked and the tomatoes and basil add a nice pop of color and flavor.