Green Bean Salad With Toasted Pecan Vinaigrette
(from saymyname’s recipe box)
Source: Rick Rodgers' Celebrations 101
Serves 12 peopleCategories: Beans (Long), Salad
Ingredients
- 2 lbs green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch lengths
- 3/4 cup pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- salt fresh ground black pepper
Directions
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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat.
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Add in the beans and cook for about 3 minutes or until crisp-tender.
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Rinse well under cold running water and drain.
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Spread beans out on paper towels and pat dry; let cool completely.
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Spread pecans out on a baking sheet.
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Place baking sheet on the center rack in a 350° oven.
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Bake for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until toasted and fragrant.
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Let cool completely.
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Coarsely chop 1/4 cup of the pecans and set aside.
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Add the remaining 1/2 cup of pecans, balsamic vinegar, and red wine vinegar to the container of an electric blender.
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With the blender running, gradually add the oil to make a smooth vinaigrette.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Toss the green beans with the vinaigrette in a large bowl.
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Transfer to a serving platter or bowl; sprinkle with reserved chopped pecans.
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Serve chilled or at room temperature.