Ingredients for - Romano Bean Salad

1. Fresh romano or green beans, trimmed 1 pound
2. Garlic, sliced 2 cloves
3. Olive oil 2 tablespoons
4. Fresh mint leaves, torn 2
5. Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 2
6. White wine vinegar 2 tablespoons
7. Mint leaves, for garnish 2

How to cook deliciously - Romano Bean Salad

1 . Stage

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add beans and cook uncovered until nearly tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well, and set aside in a large bowl.

2 . Stage

Smash garlic, olive oil, mint, and salt using mortar and pestle.

3 . Stage

Pour vinegar and half of olive oil mixture over beans and toss well.

4 . Stage

Transfer beans to a resealable freezer bag. Pour remaining olive oil mixture into bag, squeeze out all air, seal and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours.

5 . Stage

Remove beans from refrigerator, top with fresh mint and serve.