Asparagus & French Green Bean Salad
By wjkn@aol.com
Features French green beans, asparagus, shallots, chives, bacon, hard boiled eggs and a lovely balsamic vinaigrette. Very simple to make, super healthy and super delicious!
- 12
- 10 mins
- 20 mins
4.8/5
(9 Votes)
Ingredients
- SALAD:
- 1 pound French green beans, stems removed
- 2 pounds asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1 tablespoon shallot, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- 5 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- 3 hard boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
- Vinaigrette
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Fill a large pot with water. Bring to a boil and add beans and asparagus. Return to boil, lower heat and simmer about 2 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp. Drain and refresh under cold water. Let cool completely.
In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, vinegar and oil until smooth. Season to taste. Set aside.
Chop cooled vegetables and transfer to a salad bowl. Sprinkle with shallot, chives and bacon. Drizzle with vinaigrette and top with eggs.
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