Almond Green Bean Salad

3 steps · 45 min total

1. 01

   Toast Almonds

   Spread the slivered almonds in an ungreased baking pan. Bake in a 350 degree F oven for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring once or twice to ensure they brown evenly. The almonds will continue to darken slightly after you remove them from the oven.
2. 02

   Cook Beans and Bacon

   In a small saucepan, bring about 1 inch of water to a boil. Add the green beans, cover, and cook for about 5 minutes, until they're crisp-tender. Immediately rinse them with cold water and drain well to stop the cooking.

   Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, cook the bacon until it's crisp. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked bacon to paper towels to drain.

3. 03

   Assemble Salad

   In a large bowl, combine the cooked green beans, cherry tomatoes, and sliced onion. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and vegetable oil, then season with pepper and salt. Toss gently to coat everything.

   Line a platter or individual plates with the butter lettuce. Top with the bean mixture, crumbled bacon, and toasted almonds.