Beans, Peppers, and Basil Salad

Quick and easy salad that incorporates some of summer's best- very tasty!

3-4 c. trimmed green, yellow, and/or purple beans, steamed to crisp-tender

1-2 bell peppers

1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved

10-14 fresh basil leaves, snipped

2-4 Tbsp. other mixed fresh herbs, such as oregano and parsley (or add more basil, or 2-3 tsp. dried herbs)

Combine in a large bowl and toss with vinaigrette below, or another of your choice.

Whisk together:

2 Tbsp. red wine (or sherry) vinegar

2 tsp. Dijon mustard

Juice and zest of ½ a lemon

½-1 tsp. honey, to your taste

2 Tbsp. olive oil

Salt and pepper to your taste

Recipe created or adapted by Liz Talley, Urban Graze

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