Green Bean Blue Cheese Salad

Adapted from a recipe by melanie at www.allrecipes.com. Be sure not to overcook the green beans; you want them to have a good snap.

Place green beans in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water , and cover.

Cook until tender but still firm , about 2 to 6 minutes.

Allow to cool.

In a medium bowl , combine beans , onion , blue cheese , and pecans.

Stir in olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Season with salt and pepper.

Chill for at least an hour before serving.

fresh green beans, blue cheese, red onion, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pecan pieces, salt, ground black pepper