Mushroom And Green Bean Salad(Cold) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 lb. green beans (fresh)
2 Tbsp. minced shallots
1/4 c. mayonnaise
3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. Dijon-style mustard
2 c. sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 c. chopped red bell pepper
1 Tbsp. minced fresh basil
freshly ground black pepper
tomato wedges (garnish)

Preparation

Cut beans into 1 1/2-inch lengths.
Cover with water and cook on top of stove or add 3 tablespoons water and cook in microwave oven, just until beans are crisp-tender.
Do not overcook.
Drain beans.
Cover with ice water to stop cooking; set aside.
In small bowl, combine shallots, mayonnaise, lemon juice, oil and mustard; mix well.