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    Yellow Bean, Asparagus and Tomato Salad


    Source of Recipe


    DonnaRollison

    Recipe Introduction


    From FoodandWine.com

    List of Ingredients




    3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (check gf status)
    3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    Salt and freshly ground pepper
    2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh tarragon
    1 pound medium asparagus
    1 pound yellow wax beans
    1/2 pint red pear or cherry tomatoes
    1/2 pint yellow pear or cherry tomatoes

    Recipe



    In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

    Add the tarragon.

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the asparagus until just tender, about 3 minutes.

    Using tongs, transfer the asparagus to a colander and refresh under cold water.

    Drain and pat dry.

    Cut the asparagus into 3-inch lengths.

    Add the beans to the boiling water and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

    Drain the beans in the colander and refresh under cold water.

    Drain and pat dry.

    In a bowl, toss the cooked vegetables, tomatoes and dressing and serve.

    MAKE AHEAD: The dressing, asparagus and beans can be prepared and refrigerated overnight.

 

 

 


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