Ingredients
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1 pack Green beans
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12 Cherry tomatoes
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2 Scallion
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4 tablespoons Olive oil
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1 tablespoon Maple syrup
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2 tablespoons Almonds
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1 Lemon
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1 pinch Salt and pepper
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Directions
This green bean salad is tasty and rich. With caramelised scallion and a dressing made of Dijon mustard and lemon juice, it has balanced flavors that can accompany any main dish.
To prepare it, boil the green beans first. Then, caramelise the scallion, toast the almonds and prepare the dressing. Finally, mix all together with cherry tomatoes and enjoy!
Steps
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1
Done
10 minutes
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Cook the green beansRinse the green beans. Chop off the ends and discard them. Cut the green beans into 2 or three pieces and transfer to a sauce pot. Cover with water and cook for 10 minutes, until they are fork tender. Take off the heat, drain and rinse under cold running water. Set aside to cool down. |
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2
Done
5 minutes
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Caramelise the scallionPeel and cut the scallion into thick slices. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small skillet, then add the scallion and add the maple syrup. cook for 1-2 minutes, until the scallion caramelise. Take off the heat and set aside. |
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3
Done
5 minutes
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Toast the almondIn a small skillet, toast the almonds, paying attention they don't burn. Take off the heat and set aside to cool down. |
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4
Done
2 minutes
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Prepare the dressingMix together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, the rest of the olive oil, salt and pepper with a food processor. |
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5
Done
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Mix all together and serveRinse the cherry tomatoes and halve them. Transfer them to a mixing bowl together with the green beans and caramelised scallion. Pour the dressing onto it and mix well. Finally, sprinkle the toasted almonds on top and mix again. Enjoy at room temperature or cold. |
