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Balsamic Green Bean Salad

SUBMITTED BY: GILSDORF 

"My kids don't like regular green beans, so I came up with this recipe to help with the flavor."
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This recipe has been rated 34 times with an average star rating of 4.1
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  10 Min
READY IN  25 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons chopped shallots
  • 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

DIRECTIONS

  1. Place green beans in a large saucepan. Fill with enough water to cover green beans, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low, and simmer 10 minutes. Drain, and let cool.
  2. In a bowl, stir together shallots, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and oil. Pour over green beans. Cover, and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Serve cold.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.12 star rating.
Reviewed on May 10, 2006 by Yngvai Malmsteve 
First time I made this, I waited 24 hours as it chilled and flavors melded in the fridge. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.12 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 2, 2007 by IRISHGINA74 
This was good, I did make a few changes. to save time and money, I used a store brand balsamic... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.12 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2005 by KRISTEN H 
Yum! Both my husband and I love this recipe! It's simple to prepare and tastes even better... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.12 star rating.
Reviewed on May 31, 2006 by KC1126 
A nice change of pace from ordinary green beans. I find the recipe as written a little plain... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.12 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2007 by ANGCHICK 
In addition to the beans, I added fresh asparagus spears cut to the same length of the beans. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.12 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 31, 2006 by greenscotland 
Excellent! Try adding some slightly toasted pine nuts! Delicious! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.12 star rating.
Reviewed on May 8, 2007 by Darter02 
I tried this but I steamed the beans, and I didn't use 2 tablespoons of garlic. I thought that... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.12 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 1, 2008 by JENNY-REDS 
I actually forgot to take these to the dinner we were going to on Sunday so I left them in the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.12 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2006 by KAREN DOWNES 
Awesome. It does need to marinate. I also ate the whole thing in one sitting. I will add... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.12 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2008 by WILDROVER_99 
I needed a side dish for the 4th of July supper. I did a quick search for a recipe. This was... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Balsamic Green Bean Salad

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 174

  • Total Fat: 13.7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 12mg
  • Total Carbs: 12.6g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 2.5g

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