String Bean and Potato Salad

Ingredientes

This is a perfect salad for spring and summer and it’s so light and fresh. This is my nonnas recipe that I grew up eating and it’s absolutely delicious. It’s has a light lemony dressing and it would make a great Easter side dish.

1 lb string beans trimmed

2 lbs Yukon potatoes peeled quartered

1 c cherry tomatoes sliced

1-2 garlic cloves

1/2 c olive oil

2 tablespoons white vinegar

1 lemon juiced

1/4 c chopped fresh parsley

Salt and pepper

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the garlic cloves and potatoes. Cook until the potatoes are fork tender about 12-15 minutes and remove with a slotted spoon. Add the string beans and cook 2-3 minutes remove with slotted spoon discard the garlic. Add the potatoes, string beans and tomatoes to a large bowl. Mix the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper together. Pour over the salad and gently toss. Serve warm or at room temperature. Can be prepared a few hours before serving.