Maple-Walnut Green Bean Salad

November 21, 2016 By:

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Tagged: Natural Heart Healthy Walnuts Kid Friendly Vegan Dinner Sides Kid Friendly Green Beans Microwave 15 Minutes or Less Nuts Lunch Thanksgiving Thanksgiving Sides Side Salads Heart Healthy Green Beans Easter Gluten-Free Easter Salads Nuts Vegetarian Main Dish Thanksgiving Sides
Prep:
10 minutes
Cook:
3 minutes
Serves:
4 servings
The garnish is an important element in this vegetable salad with the seductive nutty flavor of walnut oil. To toast walnuts, toss them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 4 minutes or until golden brown. Toasting enhances both the flavor and texture.

Ingredients

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Directions

  1. Put the beans into a microwave-proof container and add 2 tablespoons water. Cover and microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse with cool water.
  2. While the beans are cooking, whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Add the beans, bell pepper, and onion to the vinaigrette. Stir until evenly combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
  4. Garnish with the toasted walnuts.