Chinese Green Bean Salad

 

This vibrant green, crispy salad is filled with Asian flavors and is really simple to make.

 

1 pound fresh green beans, organic if possible

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger root

1 cup slivered red onion

 

Dressing:

4 teaspoons dry mustard powder

1 tablespoon cold water

2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce

3 tablespoons rice or cider vinegar

2 teaspoons dark-roasted sesame oil

2 teaspoons of sugar

 

Green beans should be trimmed and sliced into 1-inch lengths. Cook for 5 minutes in rapidly boiling water, or until crunchy-tender. Drain the beans, then submerge them in cold water to stop the cooking process until they are cool, then drain well. In a small mixing basin, whisk together the dressing ingredients until thoroughly combined. Toss the green beans with the dressing, ginger root, and red onion. Serve right away.