ITALIAN GREEN BEAN SALAD

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Basil and red pepper lend bright flavor to this green bean salad. You'll love the crunch pine nuts provide! Kathy Kittell - Lenexa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
1/2 cup thinly sliced roasted sweet red peppers
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Fill a 6-qt. stockpot two-thirds full with water; bring to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., Combine beans, peppers, basil and pine nuts. In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice and seasonings until blended. Drizzle over bean mixture; toss to coat.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Judita Jankauskaite
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is flavorful without being too heavy. I will definitely be making this again.


Hafsa Raja
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I usually add some chopped red onion and a bit of crumbled feta cheese. It's a delicious and healthy side dish.


Asif Hussan
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The flavors are well-balanced and the beans were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Lucas Kip
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This salad is a great way to get your veggies in. It's packed with flavor and the dressing is light and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Darlington Esu
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a winner. It's so versatile and can be easily adapted to your own taste. I often add some chopped bacon or hard-boiled eggs.


Benrico Robyn George Benrobyn
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the combination of green beans, tomatoes, and onions. It's a great side dish for any occasion.


Mokta Akter
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is flavorful without being too heavy. I will definitely be making this again.


Maria Deus
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I usually add some chopped red onion and a bit of crumbled feta cheese. It's a delicious and healthy side dish.


Mina Dahal
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The flavors are well-balanced and the beans were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Omar Smart
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This salad is a great way to get your veggies in. It's packed with flavor and the dressing is light and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Eric Vantiti
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a winner. It's so versatile and can be easily adapted to your own taste. I often add some chopped bacon or hard-boiled eggs.


Halimah Idrisi
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the combination of green beans, tomatoes, and onions. It's a great side dish for any occasion.


Bijay Nath Adhikari
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is flavorful without being too heavy. I will definitely be making this again.


Andreia Almazan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I usually add some chopped red onion and a bit of crumbled feta cheese. It's a delicious and healthy side dish.


navajo jo
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the ingredients are readily available. I love the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes and the pine nuts add a nice crunch.


Md Alim
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This salad was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. The flavors were well-balanced and the beans were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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