Fresh Green Bean Salad

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 cups fresh green beans, trimmed and halved

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 large English cucumber, seeded and chopped

• 1 cup fresh baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise

• 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley

DRESSING:

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

• 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry.

2. In a large bowl, combine the beans, tomatoes, cucumber, carrots and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Credit to: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/fresh-green-bean-salad/