GREEN BEAN, WATERCRESS AND WALNUT SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Bean     Mustard     Nut     Tomato     Vinegar     Walnut     Fall     Winter     Watercress     Parsley     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces green beans, trimmed, halved diagonally (about 3 cups)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup walnut oil or olive oil
4 bunches watercress, trimmed
1 1/2 cups walnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped (about 6 ounces)
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer beans to large bowl of ice water to cool. Drain; pat dry. Whisk vinegar, mustard and parsley in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover beans and vinaigrette separately; chill. Rewhisk before using.) Combine beans, watercress, walnuts and tomatoes in large bowl. Toss with enough vinaigrette to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Emily DeShazer
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. Just add it to the salad and you have a complete meal.


iany
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I'm not a big fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed them in this salad. They were perfectly crisp and flavorful.


M. Kabeer M. Kabeer
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. Just add it to the salad and you have a complete meal.


Collins Quayson
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I made this salad for a barbecue and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures.


Mohammad Aziz Azizi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. Just add it to the salad and you have a complete meal.


Md.kamrul Hasan Dulal
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I'm not a big fan of walnuts, but I really enjoyed them in this salad. They added a nice crunch and nutty flavor.


sagor ismile
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Willie Paul
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great salad to serve at a party or potluck.


Edward Marrero
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or fish. Just add it to the salad and you have a complete meal.


Image Street
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's easy to transport and it held up well in the heat.


Patience Avre 18
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with healthy green beans, watercress, and walnuts.


Ferdinard Agbobah
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I'm not a big fan of watercress, but I really enjoyed it in this salad. The peppery flavor was really nice.


Allyssa Smith
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This salad is so versatile. I've made it with different types of greens, nuts, and cheeses, and it's always delicious.


wali khan joiya
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I love the addition of walnuts to this salad. They add a nice nutty flavor and crunch that really takes the salad to the next level.


A j BUTT
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I always have a few extra green beans after I make a stir-fry or roasted vegetables, and this salad is a great way to use them up.


joy Hassan
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures.


Zafar Ameer
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The green beans are perfectly crisp, the watercress adds a nice peppery flavor, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. The dressing is also delicious, with a perfect balance of sweet and sour.


Hashim Awan
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I love how easy this salad is to make. I always have green beans, watercress, and walnuts on hand, so it's a great option for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Allen Hudson
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This green bean, watercress, and walnut salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The green beans provide a satisfying crunch, the watercress adds a peppery bite, and the walnuts add a nutty richness. The dressing is perfectly balanc