Herbed Green Bean Salad Food

HERBED BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Soak onion in cold water, 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, whisk Dijon and vinegar in a bowl. Slowly whisk in oil until combined. Drain onion and dry well. Stir into dressing along with beans and herbs; season with salt and pepper. Let sit 15 to 20 minutes or refrigerate in an airtight container up to 5 days. Serve as a side, over meat and fish, on toasted rustic bread, or mixed into greens.

HERBED BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and cook until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and pat dry. Place in a large bowl.
• 2. Toss with the shallots and oil. Season with salt and pepper.
• 3. Just before serving, toss beans with the vinegar. Toss with the basil. Serve.

ASPARAGUS AND GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH HERB DIJON DRESSING

Steps:

• Combine vinegar, shallot, dijon, basil, tarragon and time.
• Slowly whisk in oil to form an emulsion.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Blanch beans and asparagus in boiling salted water until al dente; shock in ice water and pat dry Combine lettuce, beans, asparagus and tomatoes; toss with dressing.
• Arrange in bowl, top with blue cheese, garnish with basil leaves.

HERBED GREEN BEANS AND CARROTS

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the carrots until barely tender (about 5 minutes). Remove from water, place in colander and rinse with cold water until cool. Pat dry with paper towels. Do the same with the green beans. Note: The vegetables can be prepared 1 day ahead and stored in zipper bags in the refrigerator.
• In a very large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and garic and cook for 1 minute. Add the carrots and green beans, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Stir in the red pepper flakes, tarragon or dill weed, and salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

HERBED GREEN SALAD, TWO WAYS

Steps:

• Combine the herbs and greens; cover with a damp towel and refrigerate for up to 24 hours until ready to serve.
• When you're ready to serve, prepare one of the vinaigrettes and toss with the greens. Add more salt or lemon juice if necessary and serve immediately.
• Whisk together 1/2 cup grapeseed or olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and a large pinch each of salt and pepper. Taste and add more salt if necessary (it may not be).
• Whisk together 1/4 cup hazelnut or walnut oil, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and a large pinch each of salt and pepper. Taste and add more salt if necessary (it may not be).

HERBED GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• Add beans to medium saucepan with water to cover and bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat to low; simmer 4 to 6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Return beans to pan.
• Add vinegar, oil, and spices to pan, tossing with beans.
• Cook and stir over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.