INGREDIENTS

2 lbs. fresh green beans, cleaned and trimmed

1 ½ tbsp salt 

1 medium red onion, sliced

6 Roma tomatoes, each cut into 6 sections, lengthwise

2 tsp minced garlic

1 tsp sugar

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS 

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add salt. Drop beans into water and blanch for 2-3 minutes.

Remove beans from hot water and place immediately into cold water until completely cold. Drain beans well.

Combine beans, red onion, tomatoes, garlic, sugar, olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a large bowl.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Refrigerate for several hours.

Mix thoroughly prior to serving. Serves 8.