GARDEN VEGETABLE BASIL SALAD

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Everything in the garden can be added to this simple recipe. A great way to enjoy the bounties of produce! I was looking for a way to use some of my over abundant basil. The basil makes it different with so many recipes calling for parsley. A great tasting combination!

Provided by Deb Crane

Categories     Other Salads

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb fresh green beans, snipped
1 ripe tomato, peeled and cut into wedges
1 small cucumber, sliced or diced
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 c fresh basil leaves, slivered (or 2 tablespoons dried)
2 Tbsp dijon mustard
1/3 c balsamic vinegar
1 tsp sugar
1/2 c virgin olive oil
1 dresh corn on the cob, cut from the cob

Steps:

  • 1. You can use any veges you like with this. This recipe was what I had on hand. Get creative with it and add everything you like!
  • 2. Blanch the green beans until tender crisp.
  • 3. Add all veges and basil together and toss to mix.
  • 4. FOR THE DRESSING/MARINADE: Whisk together, mustard,vinegar and sugar. Add oil slowly, whisking until slightly thickened and well blended. Pour over veges and toss to coat well. Seal ans refrigerate until serving time.

Paul Erickson
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I highly recommend this salad. It's delicious, healthy, and easy to make.


Osunwoke Amarachi
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This salad is perfect for summer picnics and potlucks.


Akewi Ogo Official
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this salad. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Nischal Dhungana (George)
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Hesbon Mwangi
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I love the colors in this salad. It's so vibrant and beautiful.


Samu Garje kicho
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This salad is so easy to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


FatimeH Ahmadi
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I've never been a big fan of basil, but this salad changed my mind. The basil adds a really nice flavor to the salad.


Greg Wallis
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It actually tastes better the next day.


Tahir Waseembutt
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or subtract ingredients depending on what I have on hand.


Rana Mashood
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The combination of vegetables and basil is perfect. It's light and refreshing, but also very flavorful.


chbilal gujjar
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kala Rae
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the fresh flavors and the beautiful presentation.