Green Bean and Basil Salad

8 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 12 lbs green beans, topped and tailed and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
  • 12 cup olive oil
  • 12 cup vinegar (I prefer a mix of red wine and balsamic)
  • 14 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
  • 1 clove garlic, minced finely (or pressed)
  • 12 teaspoon salt
  • fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 scallions, chopped

Directions

  1. 1
    Steam the green beans for about 10 minutes, until tender.
  2. 2
    You can also cook them in the microwave for about 4 minutes.
  3. 3
    Set aside in a bowl.
  4. 4
    Whisk together the oil, vinegar and seasonings.
  5. 5
    Pour this over the green beans.
  6. 6
    Add the scallions and toss gently.
  7. 7
    Cover and place in the fridge until cold.
  8. 8
    The flavor really intensifies if you let the salad chill for 24 hours.

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