Fresh Summer Bean and Tomato Salad

Makes 5 servings

Description

Prep Time

15 minutes

Flavorful herb laced dressing perks up summer's best beans and tomatoes.

Ingredients

1 pound fresh green beans, cut in 1-inch pieces

1 cup chopped, seeded Roma tomatoes

1 cup halved grape tomatoes

3 tablespoons Mazola Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1-1/2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar

1/4 teaspoon stone ground mustard

2 tablespoons Spice Islands Italian Herb Seasoning

OR Spice Islands Pesto

1/2 teaspoon Spice Islands Garlic Powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon Spice Islands Fine Grind Black Pepper

1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

Blanch green beans by boiling beans in water for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain; set aside to cool.

Place tomatoes in a large serving bowl.

Whisk oil, vinegar, and mustard in a small bowl. Stir in Italian herb seasoning, garlic, salt and pepper. Pour vinaigrette over tomatoes; stir. Add cooled beans; toss gently. Top with feta cheese.