Steamed Haricot verts in a Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette

Directions

  1. 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. 2Add the beans and boil for 3 minutes only!
  3. 3Drain and add to a cold water bath or simply run them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  4. 4Make a lemon vinaigrette by combining one part extra-virgin olive oil with one part of fresh lemon juice.
  5. 5Season with salt, pepper and fresh thyme leaves.
  6. 6Shake well in a jar.
  7. 7Pour as much vinaigrette as you want over the beans.
  8. 8Check for seasoning.
  9. 9Garnish with lemon slices and lemon zest.

Ingredients

  • Haricot verts
  • salted water
  • 1 part extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 part fresh lemon juice
  • salt
  • pepper
  • fresh thyme leaves
  • lemon slices
  • lemon zest

Equipment

large potjar

Tips

  • Blanch green beans the day before.
  • Make the vinaigrette the day before.
  • Do not dress the beans with vinaigrette ahead of time to maintain their vibrant color.