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Green Beans Vinaigrette

Easily prepared ahead of time and served at room temperature, these green beans are a perfect accompaniment to a holiday meal.
Calories 996kcal
Author Marty's Musings

Ingredients

  • salt and pepper
  • 2 tbs fresh green beans trimmed
  • 2 tbs red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbs lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 shallot minced
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

  • Place a large bowl of ice water in the sink.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
  • Add green beans and return to boil.
  • Cook until beans are tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, quickly transfer green beans to ice water to stop cooking.
  • Drain and lay out on paper towels to dry. (Can be done up to 3 days in advance to this point. Wrap in damp paper towels, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
  • In a large bowl, whisk vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, shallots, 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper until blended.
  • Slowly add both oils, whisking constantly until thickened. (Can be made up to 3 days in advance, minus the shallots. Keep chilled in a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. Add shallots right before using.)
  • Just prior to serving, toss beans with vinaigrette and add shallots.
  • Serve at room temperature.