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Green Bean Salad With Kalamata Olives And Hazelnuts

I usually make this fantastic salad when green beans are plentiful in my veggie garden. This is one of the best green bean salads you will ever have! Please don't leave out the kalamata olives or hazelnuts, it's what makes this salad! prepare ahead this salad needs to chill for a minimum of 3 hours before serving. Also all ingredients can be adjusted to suit taste. Double or triple the ingredients to serve a crowd!!

Steps

Prepare a large bowl with ice in it.
Place the beans in a pot on top of stove , and cover with boiling water.
Bring to a medium boil and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
Drain the beans and plunge into ice water.
Place the beans to dry on a towel.
In a small bowl , whisk together olive oil , minced garlic , honey and red wine vinegar.
Place the beans in a large bowl and pour the oil mixture over them.
Toss well to combine.
Add in salt and pepper to taste.
Add in the crushed hazelnuts , olives and green onion or shallots mix well to combine.
Chill for a minimum of 3 hours before serving.
Delicious !.

Ingredients

fresh green beans, fresh garlic, salt and pepper, olive oil, red wine vinegar, liquid honey, green onions, kalamata olive, hazelnuts