Ingredients
- 500g green beans (trimmed to 6cm lengths)
- Half a red onion, thinly sliced
- Half a red capsicum, thinly sliced
Dressing ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tbsp red balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- Salt and pepper, to taste
When it comes to cooking, I reckon simple is best. Especially for blokes like me. Take for example what I call my Everyday Salad. I buy a fresh pre-packed lettuce salad at the supermarket, add some balsamic vinegar, olive oil and salt and pepper. Then I eat it. Pretty simple huh? But it tastes great.
For a bit of variety, or to spice it up if I'm entertaining I add some sliced onions, tomatoes or cucumbers, or whatever is growing in my small veggie patch. Simple but so healthy and versatile.
Another fantastic – yet easy – dish is this green bean salad. It's best using beans freshly picked off the vine and it takes about five minutes or so to get it on the table. Trust me this is magic!
Preparation
Lightly par-boil or steam the beans. You want them to be firm and still crunchy. Place the beans, red onion and red caspciums in a bowl. Mix the dressing and toss through the salad. Serve adn enjoy.
Tips from the author
This is a perfect side dish or healthy starter.
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