Posted by: tim
on Jul 19, 2009
This is a very simple, delicious way to prepare any type of string bean, and it makes a great summer salad or cold vegetable side dish. When Tim was working at a farm in Tuscany, this dish was on the table every single day, and everyone would add the oil and vinegar to their own liking.
- 1 lb or so beans
- 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
- salt & pepper
Simply wash and trim the beans (cut into bite sized pieces if you wish) and boil in heavily salted water for 5-10 minutes. They should be fully cooked but not disintegrating. Drain the beans and immediately plunge into cold water to arrest the cooking. Drain and toss with the onion, salt & pepper, oil and vinegar. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
