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Green Bean & Balsamic Salad

Name: Green Bean & Balsamic Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed; 3 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered; 1-3/4 cups cubed English cucumber; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: Sep. 25, 2022

Fresh and crisp, this summery salad just begs to be taken to picnics and potlucks. Tossed with vinaigrette, it’s a smart side dish for outdoor meals. —Amanda Smith, Lexington, Tennessee

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Ingredients

3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
3 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
1-3/4 cups cubed English cucumber
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber and beans. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 161 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 209mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1 vegetable.

Green Bean & Balsamic Salad

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