String Bean Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. fresh whole green beans (about 1 lb.)
1/4 c. diced onion
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. powdered mustard
1 clove garlic, chopped (optional)
salt to taste

Preparation

Clean beans and snap off and discard ends.
Cook beans and onions in boiling water until beans are tender-crisp (or steam beans and onions).
Drain well.
In large bowl, combine remaining ingredients and mix well.
Add bean and onion mixture and toss to coat.
Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 2 hours. Toss salad again before serving.