GREEN BEAN SALAD

Directions

  1. 1Bring a pot of salted water to a simmer.
  2. 2Add the green beans, snow peas, sugar snap peas and asparagus to the simmering water.
  3. 3Blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright and just tender.
  4. 4Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.
  5. 5Transfer the greens to a large bowl.
  6. 6In a small jar or bowl, combine the olive oil, orange juice, orange zest, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
  7. 7Shake or whisk the dressing until well combined.
  8. 8Pour the dressing over the greens and toss gently.
  9. 9Add the spring onion, roasted hazelnuts, and mint.
  10. 10Season with extra salt and pepper if needed.
  11. 11Toss again before serving or chill until ready.

Ingredients

  • 400 g green beans, ends trimmed
  • 150 g snow peas, trimmed
  • 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into thirds
  • 1 handful sugar snap peas, ends trimmed
  • 4 spring onions, finely sliced
  • 0.5 cup roasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 handful fresh mint, roughly chopped
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 orange, juiced
  • 1 tsp finely grated orange zest
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • sea salt
  • cracked black pepper

Equipment

potlarge bowlsmall jarsmall bowl

Tips

  • Optionally add fresh mint for delicious flavor.
  • Rinse blanched greens under cold water to stop cooking.
  • Season with extra salt and pepper if needed.