MIXED GREENS AND HARICOTS VERTS WITH WALNUT OIL VINAIGRETTE

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Categories     Salad     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Low/No Sugar     Green Bean     Spring     Chill     Vegan     Lettuce     Boil     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1/3 cup walnut oil* or extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound haricots verts (thin Fresh green beans)*, trimmed
1/2 pound baby lettuce, washed and spun dry
1/2 pound frisée (French or Italian curly endive)*, washed and spun dry
2 tablespoons minced red onion
*available at specialty foods shops or produce markets, and some supermarkets

Steps:

  • In a small jar with a tight-fitting lid combine vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper to taste and shake sealed jar until vinaigrette is emulsified. Vinaigrette may be made 1 day ahead and chilled. Bring vinaigrette to room temperature and shake before using.
  • In a saucepan of boiling salted water boil haricots verts until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes, and transfer to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Drain beans in a colander and pat dry between paper towels. Beans may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, wrapped in a paper towel in a sealable plastic bag.
  • Divide greens among 6 salad plates and top with beans. Sprinkle salads with onion and drizzle with vinaigrette.

RJ Suhag
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This salad is a great choice for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled meats or fish.


Chris Trent
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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've got a complete meal.


Sk Oliur Rahman
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I love how versatile this salad is. You can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Nusrat Afrin
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants.


Ochendo Alex
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I'm not a big fan of vinaigrette dressings, but this one is really good. It's light and flavorful, and it doesn't overpower the salad.


Joey Galindez
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I love the addition of walnuts to this salad. They add a nice crunch and a nutty flavor.


Janice Solis
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I usually make it the night before and it's even better the next day.


Khurram Don
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover greens and haricots verts.


Phoebe Wright
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one is an exception. The dressing is so good that it makes even the most basic greens taste amazing.


itx Subhan06
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Taratata Tratatata
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing is especially delicious.


Abdurahim Arman
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This simple yet elegant salad is a perfect accompaniment to any meal. The fresh, crisp greens and tender haricots verts are tossed in a light and flavorful vinaigrette, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. I highly recommend this recipe!