GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED WALNUTS AND DRIED-CHERRY VINAIGRETTE

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Provided by Diane Morgan

Categories     Side     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Vinegar     Dried Fruit     Walnut     Green Bean     Fall     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup minced shallots
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Sherry wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper plus additional (for sprinkling)
1/3 cup dried tart cherries
1 1/2 pounds trimmed slender green beans (such as haricots verts)
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted , chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk first 6 ingredients and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in small bowl. Mix in dried cherries; set aside. DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature; rewhisk before using.
  • Fill large bowl with water and ice; set aside. Cook green beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl with ice water; cool. Drain. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in paper towels; enclose in resealable plastic bag and chill. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before continuing.
  • Toss green beans, walnuts, and vinaigrette in large bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Transfer to platter and serve.

Roro Ayman
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Bismillah Jan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great side dish for any occasion.


Jay Ramirez
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover dried cherries.


Yeg Hey
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I'm not a fan of walnuts, so I used pecans instead. It was still delicious.


Karem Helmy
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Zaira Gary
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Isaac Ferney
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook green beans, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful.


K pop world
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This is a great recipe for a healthy side dish.


Moody Samiel Mulaho
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I love the pop of color that the dried cherries add to this dish.


Pixie copycat
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5 stars! This recipe is a winner.


Cornwin Walker
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Jenna Vollmer
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I used a balsamic vinaigrette dressing instead of the dried cherry vinaigrette and it was still delicious.


Shawntae Cline
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I added some crumbled bacon to the recipe and it was heavenly! The smokiness of the bacon really complemented the other flavors.


Hshsshd Sjhshdhd
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover green beans. I always have a few extra in the fridge, and this is the perfect way to use them up.


Senethemba Sinethemba
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors is amazing.


Syed ali Hassan naqvi
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. And the leftovers are even better the next day!


Nirajan Bohara
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This green bean recipe is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. The toasted walnuts add a nutty crunch, the dried cherries a touch of sweetness, and the vinaigrette dressing brings it all together with a tangy zip. It's a perfect side dish f