Description
Green Bean, Almond and Peach Salad – A fresh summer salad featuring split green beans, toasted almonds, and ripe peaches in a honey-kissed dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 ripe peaches, thinly sliced
- Fresh mint leaves from ½ bunch
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Toast almonds on baking sheet 8-10 minutes until golden.
- Boil salted water, blanch green beans 3-4 minutes until just tender.
- Ice bath beans for 30 seconds, drain and pat dry.
- Split each bean lengthwise down the middle.
- Whisk together oil, vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Combine split beans, torn mint, sliced peaches, and toasted almonds with dressing.
- Toss gently and serve immediately or after 30 minutes.
Notes
The key is splitting the beans, they hold the dressing perfectly and create the most satisfying texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes