Simple Green Bean Salad

Directions

1. 1
   Boil or steam green beans until tender-crisp (hint: use a bit of salt in the water to make the beans their greenest).
2. 2
   Meanwhile, add garlic and oil to medium-sized serving bowl.
3. 3
   Mix.
4. 4
   Once they're cooked, drain the beans and toss them in the olive oil& garlic mixture.
5. 5
   Add salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6
   If you can, let the salad sit for 30 minutes (or more) to let the flavours combine.
7. 7
   Serve at desired temperature.
8. 8
   Note: this salad is also very tasty with some finely chopped onion (preferably sweet) added with the garlic.
9. 9
   You can also use a mix of greeen and yellow beans for additional colour.