Summer Bean and Mozzarella Salad
(from Fluff’s recipe box)
Source: Family Circle
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Serves 6 people
Ingredients
- 1/4 C sherry wine vinegar
- 3/4 t. salt
- 1/4 t. black pepper
- 2 t. Dijon mustard
- 2 t. honey
- 2/3 C extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 oz. fresh mozzarella
- 1 lb. mixed green and yellow beans
- 1 C grape tomatoes
- 8 C torn Boston lettuce
Directions
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In a medium-size bowl, whisk together vinegar, salt, black pepper, Dijon mustard, and honey until smooth. Gradually whisk in the olive oil and continue whisking until thickened. Set aside. Cut mozzarella into 1/2-inch pieces. Set aside.
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Bring a medium-size pot of salted water to a boil. Add beans and cook for 5 minutes. Drain beans and place in a glass bowl. Toss with 1/4 cup of the dressing. Allow to cool to room temperature.
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Slice tomatoes in half. In a large bowl, toss together tomatoes, lettuce, mozzarella, beans, and 1/4 cup of the dressing.
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Serve salad immediately with the remaining dressing on the side.