Romano Bean Salad

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There are two ways you can do this recipe. You can boil your beans, dress them and serve immediately. I prefer it dressed and left to marinate in the fridge overnight, which gives you something closer to a pickled bean.

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John Mitzewich
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John Mitzewich
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Updated on January 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 20 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh romano or green beans, trimmed

  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 fresh mint leaves, torn

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

  • 2 mint leaves, for garnish

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add beans and cook uncovered until nearly tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well, and set aside in a large bowl.

  2. Smash garlic, olive oil, mint, and salt using mortar and pestle.

  3. Pour vinegar and half of olive oil mixture over beans and toss well.

  4. Transfer beans to a resealable freezer bag. Pour remaining olive oil mixture into bag, squeeze out all air, seal and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours.

  5. Remove beans from refrigerator, top with fresh mint and serve.

Cook's Note:

For best results, marinate beans in olive oil and vinegar mixture overnight.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

195 Calories
14g Fat
17g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 195
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 16mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 8g 28%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 4g 9%
Vitamin C 40mg 45%
Calcium 96mg 7%
Iron 3mg 15%
Potassium 492mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.