GREEN BEAN AND WALNUT SALAD

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Cranberries make this side dish delightfully Christmasy. Everyone will love the crunchy walnuts, too. -Deborah Giusti, Hot Springs, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup dried cranberries
VINAIGRETTE:
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place beans in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 4-7 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. , In a large bowl, combine the beans, walnuts and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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