Green Bean And Cherry Tomato Salad

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I found this recipe in cooking light a couple years ago. My family loves it and i make it all year long, not just in the summer. In a pinch, i have even made this using trader joe's frozen baby french green beans. This salad is always a big hit. Try to use a good quality red wine vinegar, like a cabernet vinegar, it really makes a difference.

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Steps

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Cook beans in boiling water 7 minutes or until tender.

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Drain.

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Place beans , tomatoes , and oregano in a large bowl.

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Toss gently to combine.

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Combine the shallots and vinegar , stirring with a whisk.

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Let vinegar mixture stand 10 minutes.

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Add oil , salt , and pepper to vinegar mixture , stirring with a whisk until well blended.

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Pour vinaigrette over bean mixture.

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Toss well.

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Ingredients

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green beans, cherry tomatoes, fresh oregano, shallot, red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, fresh ground black pepper