Make-Ahead Holiday Green Bean Almond Salad – Fresh, Crisp...

Ingredients

• • 1 ⅞ lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• • ⅞ cup sliced almonds, toasted
• • ⅞ cup olive oil
• • 2 ⅞ tbsp fresh lemon juice
• • 1 ⅞ tbsp Dijon mustard
• • 1 ⅞ tsp honey
• • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain thoroughly.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, toss blanched green beans with half the vinaigrette. Add toasted almonds and remaining vinaigrette. Toss gently to coat.

4. 4

   Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours. Serve chilled or at room temperature.