Moosewood'S Swiss Green Bean Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, cleaned and trimmed
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 teaspoon dried dill
black pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 -4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced
1/3 lb swiss cheese, cut in thin strips
1/2 cup chopped ripe olives
1 small green pepper, cut in thin strips
1 small red pepper, cut in thin strips
1/2 cup chopped toasted almonds or 1/2 cup slivered toasted almond

Preparation

Blanch the green beans until tender-crisp. Cool them under cold water.
Slice the cheese and veggies.
Prepare the dressing by whisking oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, and herbs together.
Toss green beans, veggies and cheese with dressing.