FRESH GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH BASIL AND TOMATOES

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 32m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon salt
1 recipe Garlic-Basil Dressing, recipe follows
5 firm ripe tomatoes, sliced
4 sprigs fresh basil, for garnish
1 clove garlic
1 shallot
2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 cup canola, corn or vegetable oil
15 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Leave the pointed tips on the green beans, but snap off the stem tips. Wash. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the sugar and 1 tablespoon salt. Drop in the green beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 6 to 7 minutes. Drain the beans and plunge them into ice water to stop cooking. Drain well and refrigerate.
  • When ready to serve, toss the green beans with 1/3 cup of the dressing in a large mixing bowl. Taste and add more dressing or salt as needed. Pile the beans high in the center of a large white platter. Arrange the tomato slices overlapping around the edge. Sprinkle the tomatoes with remaining salt and drizzle 3 tablespoons of the dressing on top of them. Garnish with basil sprigs. Serve immediately.
  • Turn on the processor fitted with the steel blade and drop the garlic and shallot down the feed tube onto the spinning blade to mince. Add the water, salt, pepper, mustard, and sugar. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the oil. Add the basil leaves and coarsely chop with several on/off pulses.

wendye ftani
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! It's so easy to make and transport, and the flavors are amazing. I especially liked the addition of the feta cheese, which added a nice salty tang.


Dennis Napul
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh summer produce. The green beans are perfectly cooked and the basil and tomatoes add a nice brightness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


ItsUnKuno
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the green beans, tomatoes, basil, and almonds.


sara. m. mh
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and refreshing summer salad. The green beans are crisp and tender, and the basil and tomatoes add a nice freshness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


rana 019
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! It's so easy to make and transport, and the flavors are amazing. I especially liked the addition of the feta cheese, which added a nice salty tang.


Ella Nno
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh summer produce. The green beans are perfectly cooked and the basil and tomatoes add a nice brightness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Lewis Garrison
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the green beans, tomatoes, basil, and almonds.


Leah Allen
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and refreshing summer salad. The green beans are crisp and tender, and the basil and tomatoes add a nice freshness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Stephan Williams
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! It's so easy to make and transport, and the flavors are amazing. I especially liked the addition of the feta cheese, which added a nice salty tang.


F Cooper
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh summer produce. The green beans are perfectly cooked and the basil and tomatoes add a nice brightness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


cathy Jones
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the green beans, tomatoes, basil, and almonds.


Jeremiah Kenneth
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and refreshing summer salad. The green beans are crisp and tender, and the basil and tomatoes add a nice freshness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Dipuo Sekgopo
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! It's so easy to make and transport, and the flavors are amazing. I especially liked the addition of the feta cheese, which added a nice salty tang.


Naqibullah Batinwar
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh summer produce. The green beans are perfectly cooked and the basil and tomatoes add a nice brightness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Zuckdon Kawama
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the green beans, tomatoes, basil, and almonds.


Vicente Rodríguez
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This is a simple but delicious salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The green beans are crisp and tender, and the basil and tomatoes add a nice freshness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Peter Amesaki
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I especially liked the addition of the toasted almonds, which added a nice crunch.


Gideon Sasu
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This was a great recipe! I used fresh green beans from my garden and they were so tender and flavorful. The basil and tomatoes added a nice freshness and acidity to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.