GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED WALNUTS AND DRIED-CHERRY VINAIGRETTE

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Green Beans with Toasted Walnuts and Dried-Cherry Vinaigrette image

Provided by Diane Morgan

Categories     Side     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Vinegar     Dried Fruit     Walnut     Green Bean     Fall     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup minced shallots
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Sherry wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper plus additional (for sprinkling)
1/3 cup dried tart cherries
1 1/2 pounds trimmed slender green beans (such as haricots verts)
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted , chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk first 6 ingredients and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in small bowl. Mix in dried cherries; set aside. DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature; rewhisk before using.
  • Fill large bowl with water and ice; set aside. Cook green beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl with ice water; cool. Drain. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in paper towels; enclose in resealable plastic bag and chill. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before continuing.
  • Toss green beans, walnuts, and vinaigrette in large bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Transfer to platter and serve.

shaban rana
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


Rosy Fuentes Hdez
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This is the best green bean recipe I've ever tried.


Zara
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I'm not a vegetarian, but this recipe makes me want to become one.


Md Salahuddin
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This recipe is perfect for summer cookouts.


Amin Mohamed
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I've made this recipe with different types of nuts and dried fruits. It's always delicious.


Ilyasjanilyasjan Ilyasjanilyas
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover green beans.


Kelvin Osemudiame
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious dish.


Keitan Geg
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This is my go-to recipe for green beans. It's always a hit with my guests.


Mya Capoeman
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I'm not a big fan of green beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The vinaigrette is so flavorful that it makes the green beans taste amazing.


ijanpele kimi
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Sajad
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy flavor of the vinaigrette.


IMTIAZ ISSA
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Becky Kenneth
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The combination of flavors in this dish is amazing. The green beans are slightly sweet, the walnuts add a nutty crunch, and the dried cherry vinaigrette is tangy and flavorful.


Shahid Nadeem
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sanam Ratna
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The green beans were cooked perfectly and the toasted walnuts and dried cherry vinaigrette added a delicious flavor.