Italian Green Bean and Tomato Salad with Balsamic Dressing

Ingredients

·         1 lb green beans, trimmed and cut into 2 inch lengths

·         2 medium vine ripened tomatoes, seeded and diced

·         4 oz fresh mozzarella, small sized balls or diced from large size

·         1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

·         1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions

1.            Fill a bowl with cold water and ice.

2.            Heat a large pot of water to a boil. Add green beans and cook until tender, about 4-5 minutes.

3.            Drain the beans and transfer them to the bowl of ice water to cool. Drain again and blot dry.

4.            Add the cooked beans, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil to a large serving bowl.

5.            Pour the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine. Serve immediately.