Green Bean and Basil Salad

My new favorite refreshing summer salad.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs green beans, topped and tailed and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
• 1⁄2 cup olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup vinegar (I prefer a mix of red wine and balsamic)
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped fresh basil leaf
• 1  clove garlic, minced finely (or pressed)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
•  fresh ground black pepper, to taste
• 2  scallions, chopped

Directions

1. Steam the green beans for about 10 minutes, until tender.
2. You can also cook them in the microwave for about 4 minutes.
3. Set aside in a bowl.
4. Whisk together the oil, vinegar and seasonings.
5. Pour this over the green beans.
6. Add the scallions and toss gently.
7. Cover and place in the fridge until cold.
8. The flavor really intensifies if you let the salad chill for 24 hours.