How to make French cold Green Bean Salad?

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers heart-healthy fats, while canola is more budget-friendly.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note, while white vinegar is cost-effective.

shallots

🥗Healthier: green onions

💰Cheaper: onions

Green onions are milder and lower in calories, while onions are more economical.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can be used for convenience, or omit for budget.

Blanch green beans in boiling salted water until bright green, about 3-4 minutes.

Drain and immediately transfer beans to an ice bath to stop cooking.

Once cooled, drain beans again and pat dry with a clean towel.

In a large bowl, whisk together oil and vinegar, adding Dijon mustard.

Add finely chopped shallots to the dressing and mix well.

Add the cooled green beans to the bowl and toss gently to combine.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

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