GREEN BEANS AND SWEET RED BELL PEPPER SALAD

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From a Caribbean/Central American/Mexican cookbook by the Hermes Publishing House. Use crisp and fresh vegetables-this is not the recipe to use up older vegetables from the back of your frig. If fresh, good quality green beans are unavailable, use a top quality frozen brand.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (good quality!)
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 1/2 cups cooked green beans, quartered (or frozen green beans)
2 medium red bell peppers, seeded, membranes removed, and diced
2 -3 green onions, white and green parts, sliced
1 serrano chili, seeded if desired and minced (can use pickled serrano if you wish)
1 head iceberg lettuce, coarsely shredded (or any crisp similar textured lettuce such as Romaine)
1/2 cup Spanish olives with pimento, sliced
1/4 cup red onion, sliced into crescents

Steps:

  • Prepare the salad dressing by combining the red wine vinegar with the salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil. Best prepared 2-3 hours in advance to allow the ingredients to marinate.
  • Cook the green beans until tender crisp and green beans are still brightly colored. To halt cooking, rinse and drain immediately under cold water. Set aside.
  • Combine the green beans in a mixing bowl with the diced bell peppers, green onions, and serrano chile.
  • Pour the marinated salad dressing over the vegetables and toss lightly to coat.
  • Line a large serving platter with the chopped lettuce then arrange the vegetables on top. Garnish with the sliced green onions and the sliced red onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.8, Fat 30.1, SaturatedFat 4.2, Sodium 282.4, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 6.6, Protein 3.5

everlyne barasa
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is what really makes it. It's tangy and flavorful, and it really complements the beans and peppers.


Kurtis Blakstone
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I always have a few leftover beans after I make a green bean casserole, and this salad is a great way to use them up.


Aya Chi
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add different ingredients to it, depending on what you have on hand. I've added corn, tomatoes, and even avocado to it before.


Rajon Islam
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. It's a great make-ahead dish, so it's perfect for potlucks or parties.


Shazia Huma
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet peppers and the crunchy green beans.


Nathalie Pierre
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I'm always looking for new ways to use green beans, and this salad is a great option. It's a healthy and refreshing side dish that's perfect for summer.


D_hermit Rushabwoy
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few ingredients, but they all come together to create a really flavorful dish.


Sanduni Sathsarani
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was delicious! It made a great light and healthy meal.


Nancy Zelaya
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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.


Edenojie Daniella
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I'm not usually a fan of green beans, but this salad changed my mind. The sweetness of the peppers and the crunch of the beans were a great combination. I'll definitely be making this again.


Abigail Paintsil
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of green beans, sweet red bell peppers, and tangy dressing was perfect. I'll definitely be making it again.


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