Recipe: Green Bean, Apple, and Ginger Salad

From the Vitality Food Feature ‘WINTER COMFORT FOODS‘.

When I made this recipe for my in-laws, my mother-in-law said, “Eating with you is like dining in a restaurant.” The sweet apple, spicy ginger, and fragrant thyme all combine to make a quick and easy delicious dish that will crush your cravings.
(Serves 8)

Ingredients

• Salad Ingredients:
• 4 cups green beans, tipped
• 1 organic ambrosia apple, diced
• 1 scallion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh thyme, stem removed
• Dressing Ingredients:
• 3 Tbsp organic olive oil
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 Tbsp ginger root, grated

1) Steam beans for five minutes until crisp and tender. Drain.

2) Place all ingredients into a bowl and toss with dressing until well coated. Marinates well.