GREEN BEAN, WALNUT, FETA SALAD

1 1/2 lb fresh green beans

3/4 cup olive oil

1/2 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves

1/4 cup white wine vinegar

1/2 tsp salt

1 garlic clove, minced

1/4 tsp black pepper

1 cup chopped walnuts, chopped

1 cup chopped red onion

1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Wash beans, trim ends, remove strings, if necessary. Cut beans in half crosswise and cook in a small amount of boiling water 3 minutes or until tender. Drain beans, plunge into ice water, drain well and pat dry. Cover and chill.

Combine olive oil, mint leaves, vinegar, salt, garlic, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Place lid on processor and process 20 seconds or until well blended.

Arrange the beans in a serving bowl. Top with the walnuts, red onion and feta cheese. Pour dressing overall just before serving. Toss well and serve.

Yield: 6 to 8 servings.

This is an old recipe from Maine.

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